Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montessori Peaks Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montessori Peaks Charter Academy's student population of 444 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Campus Size
9 acres
School Rankings
Montessori Peaks Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Peaks Charter Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#602 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Peaks Charter Academy's ranking?
Montessori Peaks Charter Academy is ranked #602 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Montessori Peaks Charter Academy?
444 students attend Montessori Peaks Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Montessori Peaks Charter Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montessori Peaks Charter Academy?
Montessori Peaks Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montessori Peaks Charter Academy offer ?
Montessori Peaks Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori Peaks Charter Academy part of?
Montessori Peaks Charter Academy is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Peaks Charter Academy located?
Montessori Peaks Charter Academy is located in the Kipling Hills neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Kipling Hills.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is an amazing school, with dedicated staff, great facility and excels in academics! My children love this school dearly, and their teachers, and we as parents love the over all package of MPA. Parent involvement is a must, one of the things that makes this school so great!
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