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Sterling Montessori Academy

Elementary School · Sterling Montessori Academy

202 Treybrooke Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560

Charter

Enrollment

634

Student-Teacher

20.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,129 of 2,648

In Morrisville

#5 of 5

public schools

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Sterling Montessori Academy

6.7/10

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

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About Sterling Montessori Academy

Sterling Montessori Academy is a public elementary school in Morrisville, NC, part of Sterling Montessori Academy. Sterling Montessori Academy serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sterling Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,129 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Sterling Montessori Academy show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above NC schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Sterling Montessori Academy runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Sterling Montessori Academy 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 Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.2% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.9% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.3 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,887
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Sterling Montessori Academy — Students at Sterling Montessori Academy score 71% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 81.2% (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
93%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
66.6%
ELA
85.9%
2025
Math
66%
ELA
74.5%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Sterling Montessori Academy Compares

See how Sterling Montessori Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in NC
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

Location

202 Treybrooke Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sterling Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Hope Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Cary), which scores notably higher. Another option is Davis Drive Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Cary), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkside Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morrisville, see our Morrisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Cedar Fork Elementary Morrisville 0.3 mi 7.8
DISCOVERY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC Morrisville 0.9 mi
Wake EC of Information & Biotechnologies Morrisville 1.4 mi
ACCELERATOR SCHOOL LLC Morrisville 1.3 mi 6.7
PRIMROSE SCHOOLS AT THE PARK Morrisville 1.4 mi
Morrisville Elementary Morrisville 1.6 mi 8.0
Parkside Elementary Morrisville 1.5 mi 8.8
Carpenter Elementary Cary 2.1 mi 7.7
Green Hope Elementary Cary 2.5 mi 9.0
Green Hope High Cary 2.6 mi 8.0
LUCY DANIELS SCHOOL Cary 2.3 mi
SCHOLARS ACADEMY GIFTED AND ARTISTICALLY ELITE Cary 3.0 mi 6.8
KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Cary 3.2 mi
Weatherstone Elementary Cary 3.2 mi 7.9
ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cary 3.3 mi 6.2
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY Cary 3.5 mi 7.9
Panther Creek High Cary 2.9 mi 7.8
West Cary Middle Cary 3.2 mi 7.5
Davis Drive Elementary Cary 3.8 mi 8.9
Pleasant Grove Elementary Morrisville 3.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,340

Median Home Value

$466,900

Median Rent

$1,760/mo

Population

39,442

College Educated

73.3%

Homeownership

44.3%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sterling Montessori Academy

What grades does Sterling Montessori Academy serve?

Sterling Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Sterling Montessori Academy?

Sterling Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sterling Montessori Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Sterling Montessori Academy is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sterling Montessori Academy rank in NC?

Sterling Montessori Academy ranks #1,129 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Sterling Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Sterling Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Sterling Montessori Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sterling Montessori Academy has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sterling Montessori Academy a charter school?

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

Is Sterling Montessori Academy a Title I school?

No, Sterling Montessori Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

District

Sterling Montessori Academy
District Enrollment
634
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,887
District Rank
#1 of 1

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