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#121 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 6% in state

Lone Mountain Elementary School

Elementary School · Cave Creek Unified District (4244)

PO BOX 426, Cave Creek, AZ 85327

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#121 of 2,006

In Cave Creek

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Cave Creek Unified District (4244)

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lone Mountain Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Cave Creek · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lone Mountain Elementary School

Lone Mountain Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cave Creek, AZ, part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244). Lone Mountain Elementary School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lone Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Lone Mountain Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,626
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Lone Mountain Elementary School — Students at Lone Mountain Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
67%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Lone Mountain Elementary School Compares

See how Lone Mountain Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Location

PO BOX 426, Cave Creek, AZ 85327

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lone Mountain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Trails Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sky Crossing Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Horseshoe Trails Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cave Creek, see our Cave Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DYNAMITE MONTESSORI Cave Creek 1.2 mi 8.5
Desert Willow Elementary School Cave Creek 1.2 mi 8.1
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cave Creek 1.4 mi 5.8
QUALITY INTERACTIVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cave Creek 1.6 mi 5.9
Cactus Shadows High School Cave Creek 1.6 mi 8.4
EVIT Cactus Shadows High School Cave Creek 1.6 mi
Cave Creek Academy of Excellence Cave Creek 1.7 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT TATUM Cave Creek 1.8 mi
BELLA VISTA COLLEGE PREPRATORY SCHOOL Scottsdale 1.8 mi 5.7
Black Mountain Elementary School Cave Creek 2.0 mi 8.3
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School Cave Creek 2.1 mi 9.1
Sonoran Trails Middle School Cave Creek 2.2 mi 6.9
CAREFREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cave Creek 2.3 mi 6.9
Desert Sun Academy Cave Creek 2.2 mi 6.8
Candeo North Scottsdale Scottsdale 2.5 mi 8.1
Wildfire Elementary School Phoenix 5.0 mi 8.8
Desert Trails Elementary School Phoenix 5.1 mi 9.5
Explorer Middle School Phoenix 5.3 mi 7.5
Sky Crossing Elementary School Phoenix 5.8 mi 9.5
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory Phoenix 5.8 mi 7.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lone Mountain Elementary School

What grades does Lone Mountain Elementary School serve?

Lone Mountain Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lone Mountain Elementary School?

Lone Mountain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lone Mountain Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lone Mountain Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lone Mountain Elementary School rank in AZ?

Lone Mountain Elementary School ranks #121 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Lone Mountain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lone Mountain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lone Mountain Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lone Mountain Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lone Mountain Elementary School a charter school?

No, Lone Mountain Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lone Mountain Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lone Mountain Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

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