Excellent
#5 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 2% of private schools
Dynamite Montessori
Elementary School
28807 N 53RD ST, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#5 of 225
In Cave Creek
#1 of 4
public schools
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Dynamite Montessori
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About Dynamite Montessori
Dynamite Montessori is a private elementary school in Cave Creek, AZ. Dynamite Montessori serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dynamite Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Dynamite Montessori 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.
At 2.9:1 students to teachers, Dynamite Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dynamite Montessori 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 Dynamite Montessori compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Cave Creek, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dynamite Montessori (this school) | 8.5 |
| Horseshoe Trails Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Lone Mountain Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Desert Sun Academy | 6.8 |
| Desert Willow Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Cave Creek Academy of Excellence | — |
| Black Mountain Elementary School | 8.3 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
28807 N 53RD ST, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dynamite Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Trails Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sky Crossing Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fireside Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cave Creek, see our Cave Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,710
Median Home Value
$674,400
Median Rent
$2,535/mo
Population
31,866
College Educated
53.4%
Homeownership
92.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
51.5
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C Goodyear, AZ | 8.2 |
| Desert Sky Community School Tucson, AZ | 8.1 |
| K.U.S.D.#27 - A B C Preschool Kayenta, AZ | 8.1 |
| Pinon Community School Pinon, AZ | 8.1 |
| Skull Valley Elementary School Skull Valley, AZ | 8.0 |
| Double Adobe Elementary School Mcneal, AZ | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dynamite Montessori
What grades does Dynamite Montessori serve?
Dynamite Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Dynamite Montessori?
Dynamite Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dynamite Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Dynamite Montessori is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dynamite Montessori rank in AZ?
Dynamite Montessori ranks #5 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Dynamite Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Dynamite Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dynamite Montessori a private school?
Yes, Dynamite Montessori is a private all-boys 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 Dynamite Montessori a religious school?
No, Dynamite Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 563-5710
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