Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Portage Collaborative Montessori School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage Collaborative Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Portage Collaborative Montessori School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portage Collaborative Montessori School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portage Collaborative Montessori School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#387 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Black
6%
17%
White
82%
65%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portage Collaborative Montessori School's ranking?
Portage Collaborative Montessori School is ranked #387 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Portage Collaborative Montessori School often compared to?
Portage Collaborative Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crenshaw Middle School, North Canton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Portage Collaborative Montessori School?
187 students attend Portage Collaborative Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Portage Collaborative Montessori School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portage Collaborative Montessori School?
Portage Collaborative Montessori School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portage Collaborative Montessori School offer ?
Portage Collaborative Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portage Collaborative Montessori School part of?
Portage Collaborative Montessori School is part of Canton City School District.
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