Community Montessori

Community Montessori

Charter Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
4102 Saint Joseph Rd,  New Albany, IN
4.1
3.4
527 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Director Barbara Burke-fondren
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
20%
Reading Proficiency
39%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
39%
Math Proficiency
20%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
34
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
540
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
21
Reading
23
Science
24
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Student Diversity

Male
53.8%
Female
46.2%
White
85%
Two or more races
10.5%
Hispanic
1.6%
Black
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Indiana University - Bloomington 31 Students
Indiana University Southeast 31 Students
University of Louisville 27 Students
Purdue University 22 Students
Ball State University 21 Students
Hanover College 21 Students
Indiana State University 19 Students
Indiana University Indianapolis 17 Students
University of Cincinnati 15 Students
University of Indianapolis 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 12 Students
Business 10 Students
Biology 10 Students
Nursing 8 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 5 Students
Criminology 5 Students
Chemistry 5 Students
Journalism 5 Students
Studio Arts 5 Students
Arts 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 33 Reviews
3.0 Parent
5/17/2021
We love the community and staff, but the education is just not up to par. My children have gone to this school from preK-4th grade and most the day they just sit around not doing work (because there isn't a lot of work being assigned). My oldest complained that she hadn't had language arts class in a week. Montessori has lots of great opportunities, and a certainly different style of teaching, but it just isn't challenging.
3.0 Alum
6/7/2018
I want to see sports there and I want people to be able to do what they want. I also the school to make there own lunches because i know some kids don't have time to make there lunches so they go hungry when it is time for lunch.
4.0 Senior
11/28/2017
I have been going here for many years and have had a wonderful experience. Any issues that the school has have been getting better over the past few years, and I hope they will be nonexistent after i am gone.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 67 Reviews
2.0 other
9/20/2025
I went to CM throughout high school and my experience was poorly. I had an IEP with accommodations that were either honored in the absolute bare minimum or outright ignored. Any sort of neurodivergence that is outwardly perceivable WILL be targeted and you will be pressured to conform by administrat...
1.0 parent
8/13/2025
The negative reviews are spot on. I don't understand why this school operates, the owners don't seem to enjoy children, parents, teachers, or anything related to education other than suckering people into funding extensions to their school Anyplace that leads orientation of new families with a "no g...
1.0 parent
10/16/2024
CM is an all beige school that is lifeless and lacks personality. This school does NOT meet the needs of my children.My children are very well advanced and well behaved and score 2-3 grades above where they currently sit as far as age.This school was 2 steps back for all of my children.Generally spe...
1.0 parent
10/9/2023
The smugness of this school stands out in stark contrast to the quality of the education. The overall community isn't that great, or that welcoming. This is a group that is very happy with itself and isn't looking for new friends.The academics are very mediocre. I know Montessori is more self guided...

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Community Montessori is a charter school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 4102 Saint Joseph Rd in New Albany, in the New Albany neighborhood. The school has a total enrollment of 527 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 20% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 39% are proficient in reading. Community Montessori has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $257,440. Discover additional schools in the area, like Christian Academy of Indiana, Northside Christian School, Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, and more. Learn more about what New Albany has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Community Montessori.

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