Average
#99 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 44% of private schools
Montessori in the Park
Elementary School
1832 N LITCHFIELD RD, Goodyear, AZ 85395
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#99 of 225
In Goodyear
#2 of 6
public schools
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Montessori in the Park
Elementary School in Goodyear · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori in the Park
Montessori in the Park is a private elementary school in Goodyear, AZ. Montessori in the Park serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori in the Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Montessori in the Park 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Montessori in the Park sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori in the Park 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 Montessori in the Park compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Goodyear, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori in the Park (this school) | 6.5 |
| Somerset Academy Skyway Campus | 7.9 |
| Eliseo C. Felix School | 5.0 |
| Millennium High School | 7.9 |
| West-MEC - Millennium High School | — |
| Centerra Mirage STEM Academy | 7.0 |
| Incito Schools | 5.0 |
| Desert Edge High School | 6.2 |
| West-MEC - Desert Edge High School | — |
| Wildflower Accelerated Academy | 8.2 |
| Desert Star | 6.5 |
| Desert Thunder | 7.3 |
| Copper Trails | 6.1 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear | 4.5 |
| Las Brisas Academy | 7.8 |
| Estrella Mountain Elementary School | 5.7 |
| West-MEC - Estrella Foothills High School | — |
| Estrella Foothills High School | 6.3 |
| Westar Elementary School | 7.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1832 N LITCHFIELD RD, Goodyear, AZ 85395
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori in the Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Academy Skyway Campus (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Litchfield Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Goodyear, see our Goodyear schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85395 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,980
Median Home Value
$524,600
Median Rent
$1,912/mo
Population
38,701
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
46.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori in the Park
What grades does Montessori in the Park serve?
Montessori in the Park serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Montessori in the Park?
Montessori in the Park has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori in the Park?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori in the Park is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori in the Park rank in AZ?
Montessori in the Park ranks #99 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Montessori in the Park's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori in the Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori in the Park a private school?
Yes, Montessori in the Park is a private coeducational 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 Montessori in the Park a religious school?
No, Montessori in the Park is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 535-4863
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