Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marquette Montessori Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marquette Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marquette Montessori Academy's student population of 383 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marquette Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marquette Montessori Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1646 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
39%
13%
White
34%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marquette Montessori Academy's ranking?
Marquette Montessori Academy is ranked #1646 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Marquette Montessori Academy?
383 students attend Marquette Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Marquette Montessori Academy students are Black, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marquette Montessori Academy?
Marquette Montessori Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marquette Montessori Academy offer ?
Marquette Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Marquette Montessori Academy part of?
Marquette Montessori Academy is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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