Serving 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Battle Creek Montessori Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battle Creek Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Battle Creek Montessori Academy's student population of 150 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Battle Creek Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Creek Montessori Academy is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2485 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Creek Montessori Academy's ranking?
Battle Creek Montessori Academy is ranked #2485 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Battle Creek Montessori Academy often compared to?
Battle Creek Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Battle Creek Montessori Academy?
150 students attend Battle Creek Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Battle Creek Montessori Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battle Creek Montessori Academy?
Battle Creek Montessori Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Battle Creek Montessori Academy offer ?
Battle Creek Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Battle Creek Montessori Academy part of?
Battle Creek Montessori Academy is part of Battle Creek Montessori Academy School District.
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