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Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School

Elementary School · Casa Esperanza Montessori

10510 Star Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Charter

Enrollment

668

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#2,253 of 2,648

In Wake Forest

#13 of 14

public schools

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Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School

4.3/10

Elementary School in Wake Forest · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Endeavor Charter School

8.6/10

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About Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School

Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is a public elementary school in Wake Forest, NC, part of Casa Esperanza Montessori. Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,253 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below NC schools
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.4% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-14.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-25.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,000
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School — Students at Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 42 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
63.3%
2025
Math
49.4%
ELA
54.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Compares

See how Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
15th percentile in NC
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Location

10510 Star Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abbotts Creek Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wake Forest, see our Wake Forest schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest 0.8 mi 8.6
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh 1.2 mi
Forest Pines Drive Elementary Raleigh 1.5 mi 4.5
North Forest Pines Elementary Raleigh 1.5 mi 6.8
Wake Forest Middle School Wake Forest 1.7 mi 4.2
Wakefield Elementary Raleigh 1.7 mi 5.4
Wakefield Middle Raleigh 1.8 mi 6.7
Wakefield High Raleigh 1.9 mi 6.8
Heritage High Wake Forest 1.9 mi 7.8
Heritage Elementary Wake Forest 2.0 mi 8.0
Heritage Middle Wake Forest 2.1 mi 8.3
Wildwood Forest Elementary Raleigh 2.7 mi 3.4
North Wake College and Career Academy Wake Forest 3.1 mi 7.8
Abbotts Creek Elementary Raleigh 2.9 mi 9.3
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wake Forest 3.1 mi 5.5
Durant Road Elementary Raleigh 3.0 mi 5.0
NORTH RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 3.6 mi 4.1
Wake Forest Elementary Wake Forest 3.5 mi 5.3
Durant Road Middle Raleigh 3.2 mi 4.6
COMMISSION LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Raleigh 3.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,607

Median Home Value

$452,400

Median Rent

$1,415/mo

Population

81,902

College Educated

56.4%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

4.4%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bessemer Elementary Greensboro, NC 4.3
Clear Creek Elementary Charlotte, NC 4.3
David Cox Road Elementary Charlotte, NC 4.3
Gardner Park Elementary Gastonia, NC 4.3
Hunters Creek Elementary Jacksonville, NC 4.3
Lockhart Elementary Knightdale, NC 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School

What grades does Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School serve?

Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School?

Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School rank in NC?

Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School ranks #2,253 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School a Title I school?

No, Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

Casa Esperanza Montessori
District Enrollment
668
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,000
District Rank
#1 of 1

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