Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montessori Elementary At Highland Park ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park's student population of 310 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Elementary At Highland Park is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#232 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
59%
21%
White
19%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Elementary At Highland Park's ranking?
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park is ranked #232 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Montessori Elementary At Highland Park?
310 students attend Montessori Elementary At Highland Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Montessori Elementary At Highland Park students are Black, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Elementary At Highland Park?
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montessori Elementary At Highland Park offer ?
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Montessori Elementary At Highland Park part of?
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Elementary At Highland Park located?
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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