Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elm City Montessori School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm City Montessori School's student population of 312 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 185% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elm City Montessori School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm City Montessori School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
28%
32%
Black
26%
12%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Gay Straight AllianceSEL Student Mentors
Student Union
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm City Montessori School's ranking?
Elm City Montessori School is ranked #600 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Elm City Montessori School often compared to?
Elm City Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beecher School, Barnard Environmental Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Elm City Montessori School?
312 students attend Elm City Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Elm City Montessori School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm City Montessori School?
Elm City Montessori School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elm City Montessori School offer ?
Elm City Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm City Montessori School part of?
Elm City Montessori School is part of Elm City Montessori School District.
In what neighborhood is Elm City Montessori School located?
Elm City Montessori School is located in the West Rock neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in West Rock.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My name is aliciah farrior and I am applying for this school because I've been working very hard and I've made a lot of growth in my reading and math scores and have been trying to get into a better school
1 10/10/2025
My child isn't learning. Montessori isn't Montessori if the teachers aren't Montessori trained. Having all the materials are great, but what's the point if the teachers aren't trained on how to use the materials. How can my child learn in a Montessori environment like that? Sadly disappointed and the public test scores reflects half of their students aren't at grade level. How disappointing to have so much money go to a wonderful ideology of a curriculum but they can't execute the fact that students aren't actually learning? Test scores don't lie people, such a waste. It would be great if your child is 3-4 and do not want to pay or can't afford a daycare. That would be the only good thing I have to say. I will not allow my child to fail. Smh.
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