Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Park Montessori Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Park Montessori Academy's student population of 376 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Park Montessori Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Park Montessori Academy is 0.48, which is less 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
#1308 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
71%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Park Montessori Academy's ranking?
North Park Montessori Academy is ranked #1308 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Park Montessori Academy often compared to?
North Park Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Congress Elementary School, Alpine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Park Montessori Academy?
376 students attend North Park Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of North Park Montessori Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Park Montessori Academy?
North Park Montessori Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Park Montessori Academy offer ?
North Park Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Park Montessori Academy part of?
North Park Montessori Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is North Park Montessori Academy located?
North Park Montessori Academy is located in the North Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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