Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy's student population of 77 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Campus Size
4 acres
School Motto
'Nurturing the whole child in a Montessori prepared environment.'
School Rankings
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2483 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy's ranking?
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is ranked #2483 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy often compared to?
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Leland 51±¬ÁÏ by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy?
77 students attend Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy?
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy offer ?
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy part of?
Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy is part of Leelanau Montessori 51±¬ÁÏ Academy School District.
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