Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chantilly 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chantilly Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chantilly Montessori's student population of 314 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Chantilly 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 Chantilly Montessori is 0.59, 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
#367 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
61%
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
14%
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 Chantilly Montessori's ranking?
Chantilly Montessori is ranked #367 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Chantilly Montessori often compared to?
Chantilly Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Socrates Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Chantilly Montessori?
314 students attend Chantilly Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Chantilly Montessori students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chantilly Montessori?
Chantilly Montessori has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chantilly Montessori offer ?
Chantilly Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chantilly Montessori part of?
Chantilly Montessori is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Chantilly Montessori located?
Chantilly Montessori is located in the Coliseum Drive neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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