Serving 362 students in grades 7-12, Williams Secondary Montessori ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Secondary Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Williams Secondary Montessori's student population of 362 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Williams Secondary Montessori ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Secondary Montessori is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
23%
25%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Secondary Montessori's ranking?
Williams Secondary Montessori is ranked #262 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williams Secondary Montessori?
The graduation rate of Williams Secondary Montessori is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Williams Secondary Montessori?
362 students attend Williams Secondary Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Williams Secondary Montessori students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williams Secondary Montessori?
Williams Secondary Montessori has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Williams Secondary Montessori offer ?
Williams Secondary Montessori offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams Secondary Montessori part of?
Williams Secondary Montessori is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Williams Secondary Montessori located?
Williams Secondary Montessori is located in the J T Williams neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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