Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montessori Academy For Peace ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montessori Academy For Peace's student population of 586 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
586 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montessori Academy For Peace ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Academy For Peace is 0.65, 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
#3081 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
32%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
20%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Academy For Peace's ranking?
Montessori Academy For Peace is ranked #3081 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Montessori Academy For Peace often compared to?
Montessori Academy For Peaceis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Academy, Johns Hill Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Montessori Academy For Peace?
586 students attend Montessori Academy For Peace.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Montessori Academy For Peace students are White, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montessori Academy For Peace?
Montessori Academy For Peace has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montessori Academy For Peace offer ?
Montessori Academy For Peace offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Montessori Academy For Peace part of?
Montessori Academy For Peace is part of Decatur SD 61 School District.
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