Serving 146 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Magnolia Montessori Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Magnolia Montessori Academy's student population of 146 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magnolia Montessori Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Montessori Academy is 0.61, 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
#75 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
23%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Montessori Academy's ranking?
Magnolia Montessori Academy is ranked #75 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Magnolia Montessori Academy often compared to?
Magnolia Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Avenue Academy, Mckeel Central, Lakeland Montessori School House by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Montessori Academy?
146 students attend Magnolia Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Magnolia Montessori Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnolia Montessori Academy?
Magnolia Montessori Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Magnolia Montessori Academy offer ?
Magnolia Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Magnolia Montessori Academy part of?
Magnolia Montessori Academy is part of Polk School District.
In what neighborhood is Magnolia Montessori Academy located?
Magnolia Montessori Academy is located in the Lake Bentley neighborhood of Lakeland, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Bentley.
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