Mountain School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain 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
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Mountain School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(21-22)5%
5%
Asian
(21-22)1%
3%
Hispanic
(21-22)9%
47%
Black
(21-22)n/a
6%
White
(21-22)81%
35%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)4%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
8%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain School's ranking?
Mountain School is ranked #104 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mountain School often compared to?
Mountain Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haven Montessori Charter School, Basis Flagstaff, Montessori Charter School Of Flagstaff - Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mountain School?
179 students attend Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mountain School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Mountain School offer ?
Mountain School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mountain School part of?
Mountain School is part of Mountain School Inc. (4203) School District.
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