Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gettysburg Montessori Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School's student population of 271 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gettysburg Montessori Charter School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1558 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- We are a K-6, tuition-free, public Montessori charter school. We are the perfect blend of Montessori and modern-day best-practices. Our curriculum encompasses all areas required under Pennsylvania Department of Education's Core Standards. In addition, we foster grace and courtesy, practical life and sensorial experiences, in a peaceful and caring environment.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gettysburg Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School is ranked #1558 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gettysburg Montessori Charter School often compared to?
Gettysburg Montessori Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vida Charter School, James Gettys Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gettysburg Montessori Charter School?
271 students attend Gettysburg Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gettysburg Montessori Charter School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gettysburg Montessori Charter School?
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gettysburg Montessori Charter School offer ?
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gettysburg Montessori Charter School part of?
Gettysburg Montessori Charter School is part of Gettysburg Montessori Charter School District.
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