Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Patagonia Montessori School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 26 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patagonia Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Patagonia Montessori School's student population of 26 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patagonia Montessori School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patagonia Montessori School is 0.43, 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
#428 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
69%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
31%
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 Patagonia Montessori School's ranking?
Patagonia Montessori School is ranked #428 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Patagonia Montessori School often compared to?
Patagonia Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patagonia Elementary School, Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Patagonia Montessori School?
26 students attend Patagonia Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Patagonia Montessori School students are White, and 31% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Patagonia Montessori School offer ?
Patagonia Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patagonia Montessori School part of?
Patagonia Montessori School is part of Patagonia Montessori Elementary School (79069) School District.
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