Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carson Montessori ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carson Montessori's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 183% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carson Montessori ranks within the top 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Montessori is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#249 out of 692 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
18%
44%
Black
n/a
12%
White
68%
28%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
79%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Montessori's ranking?
Carson Montessori is ranked #249 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Carson Montessori often compared to?
Carson Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Carson Montessori?
292 students attend Carson Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Carson Montessori students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Montessori?
Carson Montessori has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 18:1.
What grades does Carson Montessori offer ?
Carson Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Carson Montessori part of?
Carson Montessori is part of Carson City School District.
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