Serving 24 students in grades 1-3, Orcas Island Montessori Public ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orcas Island Montessori Public ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Orcas Island Montessori Public's student population of 24 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Orcas Island Montessori Public ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orcas Island Montessori Public is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#798 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orcas Island Montessori Public's ranking?
Orcas Island Montessori Public is ranked #798 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orcas Island Montessori Public?
24 students attend Orcas Island Montessori Public.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Orcas Island Montessori Public students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orcas Island Montessori Public?
Orcas Island Montessori Public has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orcas Island Montessori Public offer ?
Orcas Island Montessori Public offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orcas Island Montessori Public part of?
Orcas Island Montessori Public is part of Orcas Island School District.
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