Serving 19 students in grades 1-3, Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø 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 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø's student population of 19 students has declined by 13% 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
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø is 0.27, 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
#790 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø's ranking?
Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø is ranked #790 out of 2,113 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø?
19 students attend Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø students are White, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø?
Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø offer ?
Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø part of?
Orcas Island Montessori ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø is part of Orcas Island School District.
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