Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Urban Montessori Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Montessori Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Urban Montessori Charter's student population of 343 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urban Montessori Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Montessori Charter is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Montessori Charter's ranking?
Urban Montessori Charter is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Urban Montessori Charter?
343 students attend Urban Montessori Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Urban Montessori Charter students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Urban Montessori Charter offer ?
Urban Montessori Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Urban Montessori Charter part of?
Urban Montessori Charter is part of Urban Montessori Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Montessori Charter located?
Urban Montessori Charter is located in the Redwood Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Redwood Heights.
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