Very Good
#25 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 11% of private schools
Creo Montessori School
School
1475 S HIGLEY RD, Gilbert, AZ 85296
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#25 of 225
In Gilbert
#2 of 8
public schools
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Creo Montessori School
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About Creo Montessori School
Creo Montessori School is a private school in Gilbert, AZ. Creo Montessori School serves approximately 153 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Creo Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 153 students, Creo Montessori School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Creo Montessori School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Creo Montessori School compares to 72 public schools serving similar grades in Gilbert, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Creo Montessori School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Williams Field High School | 7.7 |
| Cooley Middle School | 7.5 |
| Elona P. Cooley Early Child Development Center | 6.6 |
| Higley Traditional Academy | 8.6 |
| Learning Foundation and Performing Arts Warner | 7.1 |
| Learning Foundation and Performing Arts Gilbert | 5.2 |
| Chaparral Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Gateway Pointe Elementary | 7.3 |
| San Tan Charter School | 5.3 |
| Greenfield Junior High School | 7.2 |
| Finley Farms Elementary | 8.1 |
| Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Gilbert | 7.8 |
| Higley Virtual Academy | 4.5 |
| Desert Hills High School | 3.8 |
| Greenfield Elementary School | 9.0 |
| GPS Global Academy | 7.9 |
| Highland Park Elementary | 8.4 |
| Higley High School | 8.0 |
| EVIT - Higley High School | — |
| American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6 | 8.6 |
Showing 20 of 72 schools. View all schools in Gilbert
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1475 S HIGLEY RD, Gilbert, AZ 85296
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creo Montessori School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GPS Global Academy (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is American Leadership Academy Gilbert North K-12 (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Chandler), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GILBERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gilbert, see our Gilbert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85296 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,120
Median Home Value
$496,200
Median Rent
$2,141/mo
Population
52,058
College Educated
49.1%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
35.4
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| VERITAS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Sierra Vista, AZ | 7.8 |
| 91ST PSALM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Phoenix, AZ | 7.9 |
| REDEEMER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesa, AZ | 7.5 |
| Tucson International Academy Midvale Tucson, AZ | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creo Montessori School
What grades does Creo Montessori School serve?
Creo Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Creo Montessori School?
Creo Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creo Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Creo Montessori School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Creo Montessori School rank in AZ?
Creo Montessori School ranks #25 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Creo Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Creo Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Creo Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Creo Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Creo Montessori School a religious school?
No, Creo Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 153
- Gender Split
- 85% M / 15% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 208-0256
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