Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lone Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lone Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lone Mountain Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lone Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lone Mountain Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#127 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
82%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Lone Mountain Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Lone Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Lone Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Mountain Elementary School, Desert Willow Elementary School, Horseshoe Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lone Mountain Elementary School?
445 students attend Lone Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lone Mountain Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lone Mountain Elementary School?
Lone Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lone Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Lone Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lone Mountain Elementary School part of?
Lone Mountain Elementary School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244) School District.
In what neighborhood is Lone Mountain Elementary School located?
Lone Mountain Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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