Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dixon Montessori Charter ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixon Montessori Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dixon Montessori Charter's student population of 452 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Motto
Igniting the love of learning
School Rankings
Dixon Montessori Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixon Montessori Charter is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2163 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixon Montessori Charter's ranking?
Dixon Montessori Charter is ranked #2163 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dixon Montessori Charter often compared to?
Dixon Montessori Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Tremont Elementary School, Gretchen Higgins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dixon Montessori Charter?
452 students attend Dixon Montessori Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dixon Montessori Charter students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixon Montessori Charter?
Dixon Montessori Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dixon Montessori Charter offer ?
Dixon Montessori Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dixon Montessori Charter part of?
Dixon Montessori Charter is part of Dixon Montessori Charter School District.
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