Serving 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morehead Montessori ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Morehead Montessori serves the southwest part of Durham, NC, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with most living about 0.6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morehead Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Morehead Montessori's student population of 278 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Morehead Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morehead Montessori is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#640 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
20%
24%
White
49%
42%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morehead Montessori's ranking?
Morehead Montessori is ranked #640 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Morehead Montessori often compared to?
Morehead Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like George Watts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Morehead Montessori?
278 students attend Morehead Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Morehead Montessori students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morehead Montessori?
Morehead Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morehead Montessori offer ?
Morehead Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morehead Montessori part of?
Morehead Montessori is part of Durham School District.
In what neighborhood is Morehead Montessori located?
Morehead Montessori is located in the Morehead Hill neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Morehead Hill.
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