Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tcaps Montessori School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: TCAPS Montessori School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Traverse City school district, covering approximately 402.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tcaps Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tcaps Montessori School's student population of 331 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tcaps Montessori School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tcaps Montessori School is 0.17, which is less 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
#229 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tcaps Montessori School's ranking?
Tcaps Montessori School is ranked #229 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tcaps Montessori School often compared to?
Tcaps Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Hill Elementary School, Central Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tcaps Montessori School?
331 students attend Tcaps Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Tcaps Montessori School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tcaps Montessori School?
Tcaps Montessori School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tcaps Montessori School offer ?
Tcaps Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tcaps Montessori School part of?
Tcaps Montessori School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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