Serving 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School's student population of 752 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#797 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
72%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is ranked #797 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School?
752 students attend Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School?
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School offer ?
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School part of?
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is part of CASA Esperanza Montessori School District.
In what neighborhood is Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School located?
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is located in the Northeast Raleigh neighborhood of Wake Forest, NC.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Casa is a great school. My child has found a safe and challenging school environment. I don't know what we would have done without Casa and all it has meant to my kid.
4 10/10/2025
The teachers are wonderful at Casa. The class sizes are too large averaging about 26 per class. Casa is a great school if your child is motivated and an independent learner. Its falling away from Montessori philosophy, kids bring home so much busy work, while Montessori works remain on the shelves. It is a caring community, with lots of parental involvement. This is our fourth year at Casa, and we love it , but would like to see more emphasis on Montessori, and less on common core and class M testing.
4 10/10/2025
We are finishing up our first year at Casa and echo what has been said before. Teachers are highly trained, certified, and caring. Class sizes way too big. My child's K class has nearly 30 students! They have a full time paraprofessional (TA) for much longer than other schools, but the classes still need to be smaller. Homework is a bit like busy work, but keeps my kid accountable. Parent involvement and community feel is great. A little too much drama amongst parents (some have issues with admin), but again that comes with lots of parent involvement. Lots of diversity. Love the daily schedule of being out at 3 and the modified calendar. We are happy there and plan to stay.
4 10/10/2025
Seems to be a great school! Very concerned about the student-teacher ratio!! K-1 is 32:1 with a TA. How much is our child able to learn with that many kids in a class. Love the school and we love the teachers. Our concerns are about a board that thinks this is ok.
3 10/10/2025
So I actually go to this school and I gotta say, the middle school section and the playground could use some work. The middle school section is really small, I wish it was more funded and that the classrooms were a little better. I've been going to this school since kindergarten and all the other classrooms have just been-better. I don''t really know how to explain it. I also wish there were more things to do on the playground. They used to have a swing, but they removed it because it broke. They also had a much bigger play set, but they replaced it for a smaller one, for some reason. I also hate the uniforms. I'd do anything to just wear normal clothes. If your child likes to wear cool clothes and wants to not wear the same thing every day, I'd suggest going to a different school. Overall, I rate casa 3/5.
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