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#123 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 6% in state

Mountain School

Elementary School · Mountain School Inc. (4203)

311 W CATTLE DRIVE TRL, Flagstaff, AZ 86005

Charter

Enrollment

168

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#123 of 2,006

In Flagstaff

#1 of 25

public schools

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Mountain School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Flagstaff · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About Mountain School

Mountain School is a public elementary school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Mountain School Inc. (4203). Mountain School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, Mountain 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.

Mountain 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.

39% of students at Mountain School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

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-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+38.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Chronic Absenteeism38.7%

Mountain School — Students at Mountain School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.6% (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
77%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
77%

* 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 Mountain School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Location

311 W CATTLE DRIVE TRL, Flagstaff, AZ 86005

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles W Sechrist Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Haven Montessori Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Manuel DeMiguel Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Manuel DeMiguel Elementary School Flagstaff 0.8 mi 8.1
CAVIAT - CCC Central Campus Page 1.5 mi
Lura Kinsey Elementary School Flagstaff 1.7 mi 4.7
Haven Montessori Charter School Flagstaff 2.4 mi 8.4
Flagstaff High School Flagstaff 3.1 mi 6.8
Eva Marshall Elementary School Flagstaff 3.2 mi 6.9
Montessori Charter School of Flagstaff - Campus Flagstaff 3.4 mi 6.0
Flagstaff Junior Academy Flagstaff 3.8 mi 6.5
BASIS Flagstaff Flagstaff 3.7 mi 8.2
Charles W Sechrist Elementary School Flagstaff 4.3 mi 8.5
Coconino High School Flagstaff 4.5 mi 6.3
W F Killip Elementary School Flagstaff 4.5 mi 5.2
Northland Preparatory Academy Flagstaff 4.4 mi 7.3
Sinagua Middle School Flagstaff 4.4 mi 4.4
Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy Flagstaff 5.2 mi 5.3
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School Flagstaff 4.4 mi 5.3
Pine Forest School Flagstaff 4.9 mi 7.5
Mount Elden Middle School Flagstaff 5.0 mi 5.2
Weitzel's Puente de Hozho Bilingual Magnet School Flagstaff 5.1 mi 6.1
Ponderosa High School Flagstaff 4.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,250

Median Home Value

$556,400

Median Rent

$1,531/mo

Population

17,165

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain School

What grades does Mountain School serve?

Mountain School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Mountain School?

Mountain School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

How does Mountain School rank in AZ?

Mountain School ranks #123 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Mountain School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain 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 Mountain School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mountain School a charter school?

Yes, Mountain School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Mountain School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
168
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

District

Mountain School Inc. (4203)
District Enrollment
168
Schools in District
1
District Rank
#1 of 1

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