Serving 175 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Fort Worth Montessori Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Fort Worth Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Fort Worth Montessori Academy's student population of 175 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Fort Worth Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Fort Worth Montessori Academy is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4804 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Fort Worth Montessori Academy's ranking?
East Fort Worth Montessori Academy is ranked #4804 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend East Fort Worth Montessori Academy?
175 students attend East Fort Worth Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Fort Worth Montessori Academy students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Fort Worth Montessori Academy?
East Fort Worth Montessori Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Fort Worth Montessori Academy offer ?
East Fort Worth Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Fort Worth Montessori Academy part of?
East Fort Worth Montessori Academy is part of East Fort Worth Montessori Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 2/9/2024
My experience with this school has gotten steadily better from being already great! Mr. Richmond, the principal, and therefore the school, is obviously passionate about making sure that every student is successful. The aftercare program, OurLife, and the director, Ms. Sunshine have been a saving grace more times than I can count.
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