Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montessori Community School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Montessori Community School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Charleston, SC, encompassing approximately 1,358 square miles. Families within this area typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 22.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 50.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montessori Community School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Montessori Community School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Community School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#87 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Community School's ranking?
Montessori Community School is ranked #87 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Montessori Community School often compared to?
Montessori Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School, Orange Grove Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Montessori Community School?
280 students attend Montessori Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Montessori Community School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montessori Community School?
Montessori Community School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montessori Community School offer ?
Montessori Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montessori Community School part of?
Montessori Community School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Community School located?
Montessori Community School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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