Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change's student population of 155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1703 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change's ranking?
Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change is ranked #1703 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change?
155 students attend Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change?
Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change offer ?
Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change part of?
Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change is part of Muskegon Montessori Academy For Environmental Change School District.
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