Serving 281 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). 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 17:1 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 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- 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
Community Size
School Overview
Montessori Community School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Montessori Community School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 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
#81 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
6%
31%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Community School's ranking?
Montessori Community School is ranked #81 out of 1,154 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 41% 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?
281 students attend Montessori Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Montessori Community School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Community School?
Montessori Community School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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