Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sterling Montessori Academy 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 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sterling Montessori Academy's student population of 702 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Sterling Montessori is to create a diverse educational community, grounded in the Montessori philosophy and teaching practices, that fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in its students. We strive to empower each student to
School Rankings
Sterling Montessori Academy 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 Sterling Montessori Academy is 0.67, 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
#262 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
43%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
72%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Stingrays
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Montessori Academy's ranking?
Sterling Montessori Academy is ranked #262 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sterling Montessori Academy often compared to?
Sterling Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Triangle Math And Science Academy, Cedar Fork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sterling Montessori Academy?
702 students attend Sterling Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Sterling Montessori Academy students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterling Montessori Academy?
Sterling Montessori Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sterling Montessori Academy offer ?
Sterling Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterling Montessori Academy part of?
Sterling Montessori Academy is part of Sterling Montessori Academy School District.
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