1914 Cobb Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Northglade Montessori School serves 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 35-39% (Top 1% in MI)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 40-44% (Top 1%)
  • 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:

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School Overview

Northglade Montessori School's student population of 268 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
268 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Northglade Montessori School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)
35-39%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)
40-44%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
8%
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Black
35%
18%
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White
45%
65%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.66
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
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Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northglade Montessori School's ranking?

Northglade Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for: Most diverse schools (Top 10%).

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).

How many students attend Northglade Montessori School?

268 students attend Northglade Montessori School.

What is the racial composition of the student body?

45% of Northglade Montessori School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.

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 17:1.

What grades does Northglade Montessori School offer ?

Northglade Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5

What school district is Northglade Montessori School part of?

Northglade Montessori School is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 35-39% (Top 1%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 40-44% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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