Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Holliday Montessori ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holliday Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Holliday Montessori's student population of 348 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Holliday Montessori ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holliday Montessori is 0.51, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1656 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
67%
15%
White
19%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holliday Montessori's ranking?
Holliday Montessori is ranked #1656 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Holliday Montessori often compared to?
Holliday Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Border Star Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Holliday Montessori?
348 students attend Holliday Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Holliday Montessori students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holliday Montessori?
Holliday Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holliday Montessori offer ?
Holliday Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holliday Montessori part of?
Holliday Montessori is part of Kansas City 33 School District.
In what neighborhood is Holliday Montessori located?
Holliday Montessori is located in the South Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 12 other public schools located in South Kansas City.
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