Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Park Road Montessori 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 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Road Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Road Montessori's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Park Road Montessori 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 Park Road Montessori is 0.60, 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
#447 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)63%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
16%
25%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Road Montessori's ranking?
Park Road Montessori is ranked #447 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Park Road Montessori often compared to?
Park Road Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Park Road Montessori?
506 students attend Park Road Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Park Road Montessori students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Road Montessori?
Park Road Montessori has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Park Road Montessori offer ?
Park Road Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Road Montessori part of?
Park Road Montessori is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Park Road Montessori located?
Park Road Montessori is located in the Freedom Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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