Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary serves the southwest part of High Point, NC, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1790 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
6%
5%
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Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
58%
24%
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White
9%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2019. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School's ranking?
Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School is ranked #1790 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School often compared to?
Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School?
390 students attend Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School?
Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School offer ?
Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School part of?
Triangle Lake Montessori Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I WOULD STRONGLY RECCOMEND THIS SCHOOL. THE TEACHERS AND STAFF ARE VERY ATTENTIVE AND REALLY CARE ABOUT THE CHILDREN. THEY ARE RESPONSIVE AND PROVIDE AN IMPRESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEDICATION TO THEIR JOBS. THIS SCHOOL IS THE FIRST I HAVE SEEN WITH A DISTINGISHED GROUP OF TEACHERS AND FACULTY. YOU CAN SEE THE PRIDE IN EACH TEACHER AS THEY HELP THE STUDENTS PREPARE FOR SUCCESS. I LIKE THE COMFORT THE CHILDREN FEEL AS IF IN THEIR OWN LIVING ROOM ON THE FLOOR WHILE LEARNING IN A CLEAN WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT. I ALSO APPRECIATED THE FIRST GRADE COMBINATION. THE PRINCIPAL HAS GREAT CHARACTOR AND STRONG EXPECTAITONS OF EVERY STAFF MEMBER. HER KINDESS SHOWS THROUGH. TAKE A VISIT OR TOUR YOU WILL SEE WHAT I MEAN.
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