Serving 788 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Community Montessori ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Community Montessori's student population of 788 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Community Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community Montessori is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2094 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Montessori's ranking?
Community Montessori is ranked #2094 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Community Montessori?
788 students attend Community Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Community Montessori students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Montessori?
Community Montessori has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Community Montessori offer ?
Community Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Community Montessori part of?
Community Montessori is part of Community Montessori School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Montessori located?
Community Montessori is located in the Country Club neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Country Club.
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