Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montessori Magnet School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori Magnet School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montessori Magnet School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Magnet School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1286 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Magnet School's ranking?
Montessori Magnet School is ranked #1286 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Montessori Magnet School often compared to?
Montessori Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albany School Of Humanities, Delaware Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Montessori Magnet School?
312 students attend Montessori Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Montessori Magnet School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Magnet School?
Montessori Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montessori Magnet School offer ?
Montessori Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori Magnet School part of?
Montessori Magnet School is part of Albany City School District.
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