Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ross Montessori School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Ross Montessori School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ross Montessori School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Our Core Values Are Children, Joy of Discovery, Dedication to
Mastery, Compassionate Love, and Community
The mission of Ross Montessori School is to prepare
compassionate life-long learners to have a positive impact on the
world. We envision a time when Ross Montessori School will be an
exemplary educational institution and recognized as such all over
the world. Educators from all backgrounds will observe and learn
from our model, grounded in the Montessori Method. Parents will
choose our school over any other with a steadfast belief in the
value we create for the children, families, and communities we
serve.Our children will be immersed in the joy of discovery.
Programming will be enriched with art, music, and drama through all
the seasons. Students will actively participate in community
service projects and conservation programs, and every child will
emerge as a creative and competent problem solver.We will send
citizens into the world who have a profound impact on their
communities. They will face adversity and challenge with humility,
grace, and compassion. They will inspire others to better the Earth
and its inhabitants. All who know them will be better for it for
generations into the future.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ross Montessori School?
250 students attend Ross Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ross Montessori School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ross Montessori School?
Ross Montessori School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ross Montessori School offer ?
Ross Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ross Montessori School part of?
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