Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sedgefield Montessori ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sedgefield Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sedgefield Montessori's student population of 485 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Sedgefield Montessori ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sedgefield Montessori is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)63%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
14%
24%
White
60%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sedgefield Montessori's ranking?
Sedgefield Montessori is ranked #447 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sedgefield Montessori often compared to?
Sedgefield Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Chantilly Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sedgefield Montessori?
485 students attend Sedgefield Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sedgefield Montessori students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sedgefield Montessori?
Sedgefield Montessori has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sedgefield Montessori offer ?
Sedgefield Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sedgefield Montessori part of?
Sedgefield Montessori is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sedgefield Montessori located?
Sedgefield Montessori is located in the Freedom Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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