American Montessori Upper Elementary School

Serving 357 students in grades 2-8, American Montessori Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 2-8
  • Enrollment: 357 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

American Montessori Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

American Montessori Upper Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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School Rankings

American Montessori Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Montessori Upper Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#2295 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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17%
36%
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28%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
3%
9%
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Black
59%
18%
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White
28%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.57
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Basketball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Disney Theater

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Dance, Intramural Soccer
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Montessori Upper Elementary School's ranking?
American Montessori Upper Elementary School is ranked #2295 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are American Montessori Upper Elementary School often compared to?
American Montessori Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Montessori Elementary School, Grand River Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend American Montessori Upper Elementary School?
357 students attend American Montessori Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of American Montessori Upper Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Montessori Upper Elementary School?
American Montessori Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Montessori Upper Elementary School offer ?
American Montessori Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is American Montessori Upper Elementary School part of?
American Montessori Upper Elementary School is part of American Montessori Academy School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 2-8
  • Enrollment: 357 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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