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#459 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 23% in state

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program

Middle School · The Farm at Mission Montessori Academy (91340)

4530 E GOLD DUST AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85028

Charter

Enrollment

49

Score

7.7

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#459 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#87 of 422

public schools

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program

7.7/10

Middle School in Phoenix · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program is a public middle school in Phoenix, AZ, part of The Farm at Mission Montessori Academy (91340). Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 4th-8th. Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #459 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

At 49 students, Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program 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.

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$10,725
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program — Students at Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
74.5%
2015
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2018
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program Compares

See how Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Location

4530 E GOLD DUST AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Redfield Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert Canyon Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sonoran Sky Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CAMELBACK DESERT SCHOOL Scottsdale 0.3 mi
THE UNITED SCHOOL OF AUTISM Scottsdale 0.3 mi 6.7
SHEPHERD OF THE DESERT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Scottsdale 0.3 mi
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF ARIZONA Scottsdale 1.1 mi 6.3
SIERRA ACADEMY OF SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 1.3 mi 6.2
Laguna Elementary School Scottsdale 1.2 mi 8.2
Cheyenne Traditional School Scottsdale 1.6 mi 9.1
SCOTTSDALE CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Scottsdale 1.8 mi 9.0
Redfield Elementary School Scottsdale 1.9 mi 9.4
Cochise Elementary School Scottsdale 1.8 mi 9.1
NEW COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH CHILDREN'S MINISTRY C Scottsdale 2.5 mi
Desert Canyon Middle School Scottsdale 2.8 mi 8.3
Desert Canyon Elementary Scottsdale 2.8 mi 9.4
FUSION SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 2.7 mi 6.5
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep Phoenix 3.3 mi 8.8
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale Phoenix 3.3 mi 7.4
Sonoran Sky Elementary School Phoenix 2.9 mi 9.3
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Cicero Phoenix 3.3 mi 9.2
Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep Phoenix 3.3 mi 9.0
THUNDERBIRD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,436

Median Home Value

$583,000

Median Rent

$1,832/mo

Population

18,952

College Educated

56.2%

Homeownership

84.6%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

48.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program

What grades does Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program serve?

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program?

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.

How does Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program rank in AZ?

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program ranks #459 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program's MySchoolScout rating?

Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program 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.

What are the test scores at Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program a charter school?

Yes, Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program a Title I school?

No, Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
49
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

The Farm at Mission Montessori Academy (91340)
District Enrollment
49
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,725
District Rank
#1 of 1

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