Mountain School

About Mountain School

Mountain School is an innovative learning environment that combines traditional classroom teaching with outdoor activities. Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the school offers a unique educational experience for students in grades 6-12. Students are encouraged to explore their natural surroundings and learn about the environment through hands-on activities. The school also offers a variety of courses in the humanities, sciences, and the arts.
At Mountain School, teachers strive to create an atmosphere of exploration and discovery. The school provides a safe and supportive environment for students to learn, grow, and develop their individual strengths. Through outdoor activities, students learn the importance of teamwork and collaboration, as well as the value of self-discipline and respect for their peers.
In addition to classroom instruction, Mountain School offers a variety of extracurricular activities for students to explore their interests. From rock climbing and rafting to hiking and camping, students can participate in activities that challenge them physically and mentally.
The Mountain School experience is designed to help students become well-rounded, self-confident individuals. With its unique approach to learning, Mountain School provides students with the tools they need to succeed in their academic and personal pursuits.

Address:	311 W Cattle Drive Trl Flagstaff, AZ 86005
Phone:	(928) 779-2392
Site:	mountaincharterschool.com
Grades:	Charter School
Enrollment:	189 students

Overview Mountain School

Mountain School serves 189 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Mountain School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Mountain School

Mountain School 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 Mountain School is 0.28, 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.