Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Philadelphia Montessori Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School's student population of 262 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philadelphia Montessori Charter School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2420 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
94%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School is ranked #2420 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Philadelphia Montessori Charter School often compared to?
Philadelphia Montessori Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inquiry Charter School, Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School, Russell Byers Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Philadelphia Montessori Charter School?
262 students attend Philadelphia Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Philadelphia Montessori Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philadelphia Montessori Charter School?
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Montessori Charter School offer ?
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philadelphia Montessori Charter School part of?
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School is part of Philadelphia Montessori Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Philadelphia Montessori Charter School located?
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School is located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Elmwood Park.
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