GEM CHARTER SCHOOL

Gem Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Gem Charter School Inc. (6372) school district, located in Mesa, AZ with about 29 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Gem Charter School, located on N. Center Street in Mesa, Arizona, operates as a tuition-free public charter school that integrates the Montessori philosophy into its educational model. By emphasizing the "Good Earth" approach, the school focuses on creating a hands-on, student-centered environment that encourages independence, critical thinking, and a natural love for learning. Its curriculum is designed to meet individual developmental needs, allowing students to progress at their own pace within a structured yet flexible classroom setting.

The school serves as a local option for families seeking an alternative to traditional public schooling, blending Montessori principles with state educational standards. By fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, Gem Charter School aims to develop well-rounded students who are prepared both academically and socially for future challenges. Its focus on personalized instruction and experiential learning makes it a distinct choice for parents in the Mesa area looking for an educational program rooted in the proven methods of Maria Montessori.

For more information, contact Gem Charter School at (480) 833-2622 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1704 N. Center Street
Mesa, AZ 85201
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GEM CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in Mesa, AZ with about 29 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Arizona State Board for Charter Schools
Total Students:
29
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 29 students

Hispanic/Latino
41.4%
White
31.0%
Two or more races
13.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
6.9%
Asian
3.4%
Black or African American
3.4%

Female
34.5%
Male
65.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.