Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Okemos Public Montessoricentral ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okemos Public Montessoricentral ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Okemos Public Montessoricentral's student population of 326 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Okemos Public Montessoricentral ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okemos Public Montessoricentral is 0.65, 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
#48 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okemos Public Montessoricentral's ranking?
Okemos Public Montessoricentral is ranked #48 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Okemos Public Montessoricentral often compared to?
Okemos Public Montessoricentralis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Woods Elementary School, Cornell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Okemos Public Montessoricentral?
326 students attend Okemos Public Montessoricentral.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Okemos Public Montessoricentral students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okemos Public Montessoricentral?
Okemos Public Montessoricentral has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Okemos Public Montessoricentral offer ?
Okemos Public Montessoricentral offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Okemos Public Montessoricentral part of?
Okemos Public Montessoricentral is part of Okemos School District.
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