Serving 266 students in grades 4-8, Acorn Montessori Charter School ranks in the bottom 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% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acorn Montessori Charter School's student population of 266 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acorn Montessori Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acorn Montessori Charter School is 0.57, 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
#1082 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acorn Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Acorn Montessori Charter School is ranked #1082 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Acorn Montessori Charter School often compared to?
Acorn Montessori Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Phonetic Primary School, Liberty Traditional School, Prescott Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Acorn Montessori Charter School?
266 students attend Acorn Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Acorn Montessori Charter School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Acorn Montessori Charter School offer ?
Acorn Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Acorn Montessori Charter School part of?
Acorn Montessori Charter School is part of Acorn Montessori Charter School (79437) School District.
In what neighborhood is Acorn Montessori Charter School located?
Acorn Montessori Charter School is located in the Prescott Valley Units neighborhood of Prescott Valley, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Prescott Valley Units.
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