Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Maria Montessori Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Montessori Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Maria Montessori Charter Academy's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maria Montessori Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maria Montessori Charter Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1447 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria Montessori Charter Academy's ranking?
Maria Montessori Charter Academy is ranked #1447 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Maria Montessori Charter Academy often compared to?
Maria Montessori Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rocklin Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Maria Montessori Charter Academy?
270 students attend Maria Montessori Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Maria Montessori Charter Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maria Montessori Charter Academy?
Maria Montessori Charter Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Maria Montessori Charter Academy offer ?
Maria Montessori Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Maria Montessori Charter Academy part of?
Maria Montessori Charter Academy is part of Maria Montessori Charter Academy School District.
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