Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is 0.65, 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
#336 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augustus H. Shaw Montessori's ranking?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is ranked #336 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Augustus H. Shaw Montessori?
453 students attend Augustus H. Shaw Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Augustus H. Shaw Montessori offer ?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Augustus H. Shaw Montessori part of?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256) School District.
In what neighborhood is Augustus H. Shaw Montessori located?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is located in the Coronado neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Coronado.
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