Highland Mill Montessori

3201 Clemson Ave
Charlotte, NC 28205
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highland Mill Montessori ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 5% in NC
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Highland Mill Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Highland Mill Montessori's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
315 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Rankings

Highland Mill Montessori ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Mill Montessori is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (NC)
#109 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Highland Mill Montessori, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85-89%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Highland Mill Montessori and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75-79%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Highland Mill Montessori and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥80%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Highland Mill Montessori and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
4%
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Hispanic
10%
20%
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Black
40%
25%
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White
40%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in North Carolina.
0.67
This chart displays the diversity score of Highland Mill Montessori and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Highland Mill Montessori and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Highland Mill Montessori and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highland Mill Montessori's ranking?
Highland Mill Montessori is ranked #109 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Highland Mill Montessori often compared to?
Highland Mill Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Highland Mill Montessori?
315 students attend Highland Mill Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Highland Mill Montessori students are Black, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Mill Montessori?
Highland Mill Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Mill Montessori offer ?
Highland Mill Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Highland Mill Montessori part of?
Highland Mill Montessori is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Mill Montessori located?
Highland Mill Montessori is located in the North Charlotte neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : ≥80% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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