Serving 116 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Montessori Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montessori Academy's student population of 116 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Montessori Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
66%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Academy's ranking?
Montessori Academy is ranked #725 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Montessori Academy?
116 students attend Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montessori Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Montessori Academy offer ?
Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori Academy part of?
Montessori Academy is part of Montessori Academy Inc. (80011) School District.
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