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#1846 of 2,000 schools in AZ

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus

Elementary School · Montessori Education Centre Charter School (4363)

815 N GILBERT RD, Mesa, AZ 85203

Charter

Enrollment

184

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 7th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Mesa

#106 of 119

public schools

Arizona elementary schools

#1,097 of 1,216

In district

#2 of 2

Montessori Education Centre Charter School (4363)

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus serves 184 students in kindergarten through seventh grade in Mesa, Arizona. This charter elementary school has earned a strong 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #455 out of 2,029 Arizona schools, placing it in the 78th percentile statewide with an impressive 8.6 academic score. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, with 67% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels.

Mathematics shows room for growth, with 47% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. These results reflect the school's commitment to the Montessori educational approach, which emphasizes hands-on learning and student-directed activities. Located at 815 N Gilbert Road in the 85203 zip code, the school serves a community where the median household income is $69,274 and the median home value reaches $359,600.

The neighborhood has a college graduation rate of 27% and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 12.4%. The North Campus operates within Mesa's large city environment, providing families with access to the distinctive Montessori methodology in a public charter school setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 184 students, Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-7.61 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Overall Proficiency57%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected+19.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$8,703

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus — Students at Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
47%
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: 2.0/10.

How Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus Compares

See how Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
8th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
2.0/10
Below average
Environment
2.7/10
Below average

Location

815 N GILBERT RD, Mesa, AZ 85203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Michael T. Hughes Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hale Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,851

Median Home Value

$388,300

Median Rent

$1,388/mo

Population

37,435

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

56.6%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

33.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus has a median household income of $72,851. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $388,300, with a median rent of $1,388/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus

What grades does Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus serve?

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.

How many students attend Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus?

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

How does Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus rank in AZ?

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus is ranked #1846 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.

What is Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus has a composite rating of 4.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus has 53.7% math proficiency and 78.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus a charter school?

Yes, Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus a Title I school?

No, Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,955/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mesa). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
184
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Montessori Education Centre Charter School (4363)
District Enrollment
442
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,746
District Rank
#2 of 2

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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