Black Mountain Science Academy

Black Mountain Science Academy in Peoria, AZ, is a co–ed Montessori school serving preschool through 6th grade in a suburban community.
The school has an enrollment of 61 students, with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 supported by 7 teachers.
This nonsectarian school is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Association Montessori International (AMI), reflecting its Montessori program affiliations.
Approximately 26% of the student population identifies as students of color, representing diversity within this suburban Peoria school.
Black Mountain Science Academy is located in the Arrowhead Ranch Business Park Condominium area, serving families seeking Montessori education in Peoria.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6

Student Body

Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Black Mountain Science Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Black Mountain Science Academy often compared to?
Black Mountain Science Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead Montessori by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Black Mountain Science Academy?
The application deadline for Black Mountain Science Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Black Mountain Science Academy located?
Black Mountain Science Academy is located in the Arrowhead Ranch Business Park Condominium neighborhood of Peoria, AZ.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 61 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Maricopa County, AZ is $13,589 for elementary schools and $16,613 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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