Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School's student population of 72 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Everything with joy!
School Rankings
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School is 0.47, 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
#946 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
64%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
35%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 De Santa Cruz Charter School's ranking?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School is ranked #946 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School often compared to?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patagonia Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School?
72 students attend Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School offer ?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School part of?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School is part of Santa Cruz Valley Opportunities In Education Inc. (79066) School District.
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