Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highland Mill Montessori ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Mill Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Mill Montessori's student population of 313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Mill Montessori ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Mill Montessori is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
43%
25%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Mill Montessori's ranking?
Highland Mill Montessori is ranked #171 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Highland Mill Montessori often compared to?
Highland Mill Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Highland Mill Montessori?
313 students attend Highland Mill Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Highland Mill Montessori students are Black, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Mill Montessori?
Highland Mill Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Mill Montessori offer ?
Highland Mill Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Highland Mill Montessori part of?
Highland Mill Montessori is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Mill Montessori located?
Highland Mill Montessori is located in the North Charlotte neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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