Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterford Montessori Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford Montessori Academy's student population of 213 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
213 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Rankings
Waterford Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford Montessori Academy is 0.51, 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
#1909 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
16%
9%
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Black
8%
18%
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White
68%
63%
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford Montessori Academy's ranking?
Waterford Montessori Academy is ranked #1909 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Waterford Montessori Academy?
213 students attend Waterford Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Waterford Montessori Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford Montessori Academy?
Waterford Montessori Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Waterford Montessori Academy offer ?
Waterford Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterford Montessori Academy part of?
Waterford Montessori Academy is part of Waterford Montessori Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter is in 5th grade and has been attending WMA since first grade. My son is in first grade and started in kindergarten. We are SO happy with the teachers, administrators, and the school community. Ms. Colleen, the school director, is THE. BEST. She cares about each student, each parent, and each teacher, and she devotes SO much time to this school. The teachers are there because they WANT to be there, and they are caring and attentive to individual students'' needs. The school community is like a family. Highly recommend.
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