Serving 297 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 20:1 is higher than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- 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 297 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 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 0.53, 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
20:1
19:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
23%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
64%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
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?
297 students attend Carson Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Carson Montessori students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
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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