Mission Montessori Academy

About Mission Montessori Academy

Mission Montessori Academy is an independent school that offers a unique approach to learning. Founded in 2014, the school is based on the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes hands-on learning and individualized instruction. The curriculum is designed to foster creative thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
At Mission Montessori Academy, students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning. Each student has the opportunity to work at their own pace and develop their own individual learning plan. The school also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including music, art, and sports.
Mission Montessori Academy provides a supportive environment where students can reach their full potential. The school’s dedicated teachers and staff are committed to helping each student develop the skills they need to be successful in the future. With a focus on developing the whole child, Mission Montessori Academy offers an exceptional educational experience.

Address:	12990 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85259
Phone:	(480) 860-4330
Site:	missionmontessori.com
Grades:	Charter School
Enrollment:	159 students

Overview Mission Montessori Academy

Mission Montessori Academy serves 159 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Mission Montessori Academy placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Mission Montessori Academy

Mission Montessori Academy is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Mission Montessori Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.