Serving 366 students in grades 7-12, Williams Secondary Montessori ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams Secondary Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Williams Secondary Montessori's student population of 366 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williams Secondary Montessori ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williams Secondary Montessori is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
22%
25%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Secondary Montessori's ranking?
Williams Secondary Montessori is ranked #193 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Williams Secondary Montessori often compared to?
Williams Secondary Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williams Secondary Montessori?
The graduation rate of Williams Secondary Montessori is 80%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Williams Secondary Montessori?
366 students attend Williams Secondary Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Williams Secondary Montessori students are White, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williams Secondary Montessori?
Williams Secondary Montessori has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williams Secondary Montessori offer ?
Williams Secondary Montessori offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Williams Secondary Montessori part of?
Williams Secondary Montessori is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Williams Secondary Montessori located?
Williams Secondary Montessori is located in the J T Williams neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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5 9/29/2021
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