Serving 343 students in grades 2-8, American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School 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 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2412 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
62%
18%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Basketball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Disney Theater
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Dance, Intramural Soccer
Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Disney Theater
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Dance, Intramural Soccer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School's ranking?
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School is ranked #2412 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School often compared to?
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Montessori Academy Elementary School, Grand River Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School?
343 students attend American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School?
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School offer ?
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School part of?
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School is part of American Montessori Academy School District.
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