Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montessori Elementary At Highland Park ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park's student population of 372 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
School Rankings
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Elementary At Highland Park is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#950 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
64%
20%
White
14%
57%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Elementary At Highland Park's ranking?
Montessori Elementary At Highland Park is ranked #950 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
372 students attend Montessori Elementary At Highland Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Montessori Elementary At Highland Park students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 1 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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