Serving 130 students in grades Kindergarten-6, St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms)'s student population of 130 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1366 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms)'s ranking?
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) is ranked #1366 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) often compared to?
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms)is often viewed alongside schools like R. B. Hunt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms)?
130 students attend St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) offer ?
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) part of?
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) is part of St. Johns School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) located?
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms) is located in the Historic District neighborhood of Saint Augustine, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Historic District.
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