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Patagonia Montessori School
Elementary School · Patagonia Montessori Elementary School (79069)
PO BOX 1008, Patagonia, AZ 85624
Enrollment
26
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
26
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Patagonia Montessori School
Elementary School in Patagonia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Patagonia Elementary School
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About Patagonia Montessori School
Patagonia Montessori School is a public elementary school in Patagonia, AZ, part of Patagonia Montessori Elementary School (79069). Patagonia Montessori School serves approximately 26 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Patagonia Montessori School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 26 students, Patagonia Montessori 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.
Patagonia Montessori 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.
Patagonia Montessori 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Address
- PO BOX 1008, Patagonia, AZ 85624
- Website
- patagoniamontessori.com
- Phone
- (520) 394-9530
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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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: N/A.
Location
PO BOX 1008, Patagonia, AZ 85624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Patagonia Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mexicayotl Charter School (rated 9.7/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Nogales). Another option is Little Red Schoolhouse (rated 8.5/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Nogales). Additionally, Patagonia Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away). For more schools in Patagonia, see our Patagonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Patagonia Elementary School Patagonia | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Patagonia Union High School Patagonia | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Elgin Elementary School Elgin | 12.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Little Red Schoolhouse Nogales | 12.8 mi | 8.5 |
| San Cayetano Elementary School Rio Rico | 12.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Challenger Elementary School Nogales | 15.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Calabasas School Rio Rico | 14.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Pinnacle Charter High School Tempe | 15.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Mexicayotl Charter School Nogales | 15.9 mi | 9.7 |
| LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales | 16.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Desert Shadows Middle School Nogales | 15.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Robert Bracker Elementary Nogales | 16.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Mountain View School Rio Rico | 15.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Coatimundi Middle School Rio Rico | 15.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Colegio Petite Arizona Phoenix | 16.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Nogales High School Nogales | 16.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SONSHINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nogales | 16.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Rio Rico High School Rio Rico | 15.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Nogales | 17.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School Nogales | 16.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,417
Median Home Value
$378,300
Median Rent
$807/mo
Population
1,342
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
56.7%
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
61.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Patagonia Montessori School
What grades does Patagonia Montessori School serve?
Patagonia Montessori School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Patagonia Montessori School?
Patagonia Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What are the test scores at Patagonia Montessori School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Patagonia Montessori School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Patagonia Montessori School a charter school?
Yes, Patagonia Montessori School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Patagonia Montessori School a Title I school?
No, Patagonia Montessori 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
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (520) 394-9530
Resources & Links
District
Patagonia Montessori Elementary School (79069)- District Enrollment
- 26
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,318
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