The Farm At Mission Montessori Academy

About The Farm At Mission Montessori Academy

The Farm at Mission Montessori Academy is a unique educational experience for students of all ages. Located on a working farm in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Farm provides students with a hands-on learning experience in sustainable agriculture, animal husbandry, and environmental stewardship.
From the moment students arrive, they are immersed in the farm’s culture of respect for the land, animals, and each other. Through experiential learning activities, students gain an understanding of the natural world, while developing a strong sense of responsibility for their own actions.
The Farm at Mission Montessori Academy offers a variety of educational programs and activities, including field trips, farm-to-table dinners, and the opportunity to learn about sustainable farming practices. Students also have the chance to work with animals and participate in a variety of crafts, such as weaving, woodworking, and basket making.
At the Farm, students gain a deep appreciation for the environment and learn to be stewards of the land. Through their time at the Farm, students develop a greater understanding of the interconnectedness of all living things and a greater respect for the natural world.

Address:	4530 E Gold Dust Ave Phoenix, AZ 85028
Phone:	(602) 466-1153
Site:	–
Grades:	Charter School
Enrollment:	49 students

Overview The Farm At Mission Montessori Academy

The Farm At Mission Montessori Academy serves 49 students in grades 4-8.
The Farm At 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 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (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 60-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on The Farm At Mission Montessori Academy

The Farm At 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 The Farm At Mission Montessori Academy is 0.37, 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.