Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montessori Public School Of Arlington ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori Public School Of Arlington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori Public School Of Arlington's student population of 517 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Montessori Public School Of Arlington ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Public School Of Arlington is 0.76, which is more 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
#217 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
15%
22%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Public School Of Arlington's ranking?
Montessori Public School Of Arlington is ranked #217 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Montessori Public School Of Arlington often compared to?
Montessori Public School Of Arlingtonis often viewed alongside schools like Alice West Fleet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Montessori Public School Of Arlington?
517 students attend Montessori Public School Of Arlington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Montessori Public School Of Arlington students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Public School Of Arlington?
Montessori Public School Of Arlington has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montessori Public School Of Arlington offer ?
Montessori Public School Of Arlington offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montessori Public School Of Arlington part of?
Montessori Public School Of Arlington is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Public School Of Arlington located?
Montessori Public School Of Arlington is located in the Arlington Heights Historic District neighborhood of Arlington, VA. There are 5 other public schools located in Arlington Heights Historic District.
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