Northglade Montessori Magnet School is a public elementary magnet school for students grades K-5, operated by the Kalamazoo Public Schools, located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States. It was established in August 2001 by the restructuring of Northglade Elementary School.
Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northglade Montessori School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northglade Montessori School serves the northern part of Kalamazoo, MI, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northglade Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northglade Montessori School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child. Every opportunity. Every time.
School Rankings
Northglade Montessori School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northglade Montessori School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northglade Montessori School's ranking?
Northglade Montessori School is ranked #622 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Northglade Montessori School?
271 students attend Northglade Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northglade Montessori School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northglade Montessori School?
Northglade Montessori School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northglade Montessori School offer ?
Northglade Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northglade Montessori School part of?
Northglade Montessori School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
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