Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sterling Montessori Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterling Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sterling Montessori Academy's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sterling Montessori Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterling Montessori Academy is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
41%
4%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
42%
44%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterling Montessori Academy's ranking?
Sterling Montessori Academy is ranked #262 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sterling Montessori Academy often compared to?
Sterling Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Triangle Math And Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sterling Montessori Academy?
620 students attend Sterling Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sterling Montessori Academy students are White, 41% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sterling Montessori Academy?
Sterling Montessori Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sterling Montessori Academy offer ?
Sterling Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sterling Montessori Academy part of?
Sterling Montessori Academy is part of Sterling Montessori Academy School District.
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