Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Willow Oak Montessori ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Oak Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Willow Oak Montessori's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Rankings
Willow Oak Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Oak Montessori is 0.41, 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
#664 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
25%
White
76%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Willow Oak Montessori's ranking?
Willow Oak Montessori is ranked #664 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Willow Oak Montessori often compared to?
Willow Oak Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Woods Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Willow Oak Montessori?
273 students attend Willow Oak Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Willow Oak Montessori students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Oak Montessori?
Willow Oak Montessori has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willow Oak Montessori offer ?
Willow Oak Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Oak Montessori part of?
Willow Oak Montessori is part of Willow Oak Montessori School District.
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