Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montessori Del Mundo Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montessori Del Mundo Charter School's student population of 317 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montessori Del Mundo Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Del Mundo Charter School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1733 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
85%
35%
Black
3%
5%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Del Mundo Charter School's ranking?
Montessori Del Mundo Charter School is ranked #1733 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Montessori Del Mundo Charter School?
317 students attend Montessori Del Mundo Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Montessori Del Mundo Charter School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Del Mundo Charter School?
Montessori Del Mundo Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Montessori Del Mundo Charter School offer ?
Montessori Del Mundo Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Montessori Del Mundo Charter School part of?
Montessori Del Mundo Charter School is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Del Mundo Charter School located?
Montessori Del Mundo Charter School is located in the Centre Pointe neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Centre Pointe.
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