Very Good
#486 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 24% in state
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School
Elementary School · Santa Cruz Valley Opportunities in Education Inc. (79066)
PO BOX 4706, Tubac, AZ 85646
Enrollment
72
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
72
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#486 of 2,006
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School
Elementary School in Tubac · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School is a public elementary school in Tubac, AZ, part of Santa Cruz Valley Opportunities in Education Inc. (79066). Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter 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.
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School 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.
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School — Students at Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.7/10.
How Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School Compares
See how Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
PO BOX 4706, Tubac, AZ 85646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Copper View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Sahuarita), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Continental Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Green Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sahuarita Primary School (rated 7.2/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Sahuarita), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tubac, see our Tubac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sopori Elementary School Sahuarita | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| GLOBAL SCHOOLS STARSEED AND URANTION CHILD & TEENS Rio Rico | 9.3 mi | — |
| Continental Elementary School Green Valley | 11.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Colearn Academy Arizona Green Valley | 11.9 mi | — |
| Coatimundi Middle School Rio Rico | 14.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Mountain View School Rio Rico | 14.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Rio Rico High School Rio Rico | 14.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Great Expectations Academy Sahuarita | 15.9 mi | 6.5 |
| San Cayetano Elementary School Rio Rico | 16.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Wrightson Ridge K-8 School Sahuarita | 17.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Copper View Elementary School Sahuarita | 17.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Sahuarita Primary School Sahuarita | 18.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Sahuarita Digital Pathways Academy Sahuarita | 18.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Sahuarita Intermediate School Sahuarita | 18.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Sahuarita High School Sahuarita | 18.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PCJTED - Sahuarita High School Tucson | 18.2 mi | — |
| Sahuarita Middle School Sahuarita | 18.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Anza Trail Sahuarita | 18.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Calabasas School Rio Rico | 19.4 mi | 4.4 |
| PCJTED - Walden Grove High School Tucson | 19.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,321
Median Home Value
$473,400
Population
1,280
College Educated
53.2%
Homeownership
90.9%
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
69.4
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Heritage Elementary - Williams Glendale, AZ | 7.6 |
| SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL Tucson, AZ | 7.5 |
| Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance, AZ | 7.5 |
| Bonita Elementary School Willcox, AZ | 7.7 |
| Faith North Early Childhood Learning Center Phoenix, AZ | 7.7 |
| Glendale Elementary Online (G.E.O.) Learning Glendale, AZ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School
What grades does Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School serve?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
How does Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School rank in AZ?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School ranks #486 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School a Title I school?
No, Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (520) 398-0536
Resources & Links
District
Santa Cruz Valley Opportunities in Education Inc. (79066)- District Enrollment
- 72
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,058
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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