Mission Montessori Schools was granted a use permit by the City of Scottsdale and in December 2003, opened a second campus located at 11050 N.
96th Street. The elementary has expanded it's program to include 4th, 5th and 6th grades.
The purpose of Mission Montessori School is to prepare and provide the most natural and life supporting environment for the child, observing the child and continually adapting the environment to support the fulfillment of the child's greatest potential—physically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually.
To support the development of the whole child into a productive, peaceful, and creative member of the classroom, the family and local, as well as global community, through a curriculum based upon Maria Montessori's educational philosophy and child development theory, and with an environment designed to help the child increase intellectual abilities, develop personal autonomy, practice effective, positive communication skills.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Student Body
Total Students
188 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Mission Montessori Schools was granted a use permit by the City of Scottsdale and in December 2003, opened a second campus located at 11050 N. 96th Street. The elementary has expanded it's program to include 4th, 5th and 6th grades. The purpose of Mission Montessori School is to prepare and provide the most natural and life supporting environment for the child, observing the child and continually adapting the environment to support the fulfillment of the child's greatest potential—physically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. To support the development of the whole child into a productive, peaceful, and creative member of the classroom, the family and local, as well as global community, through a curriculum based upon Maria Montessori's educational philosophy and child development theory, and with an environment designed to help the child increase intellectual abilities, develop personal autonomy, practice effective, positive communication skills.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Mission Montessori On The Desert?
The application deadline for Mission Montessori On The Desert is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mission Montessori On The Desert located?
Mission Montessori On The Desert is located in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 6 other private schools located in Central Scottsdale.
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