Serving 374 students in grades 1-8, City Garden Montessori Eaec ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City Garden Montessori Eaec ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
City Garden Montessori Eaec's student population of 374 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
City Garden Montessori Eaec ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of City Garden Montessori Eaec is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
49%
15%
White
36%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is City Garden Montessori Eaec's ranking?
City Garden Montessori Eaec is ranked #736 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend City Garden Montessori Eaec?
374 students attend City Garden Montessori Eaec.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of City Garden Montessori Eaec students are Black, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of City Garden Montessori Eaec?
City Garden Montessori Eaec has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does City Garden Montessori Eaec offer ?
City Garden Montessori Eaec offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is City Garden Montessori Eaec part of?
City Garden Montessori Eaec is part of City Garden Montessori School District.
In what neighborhood is City Garden Montessori Eaec located?
City Garden Montessori Eaec is located in the Fox Park neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Fox Park.
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