Sterling Montessori Academy

School Overview
Sterling Montessori Academy, located in Morrisville, North Carolina, is a public charter school that provides a comprehensive educational experience based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach that fosters independence, self-motivation, and a lifelong love of learning. By utilizing multi-age classrooms and specialized Montessori materials, the curriculum is designed to accommodate individual learning paces and styles, allowing students to explore their interests while meeting rigorous academic standards.

Beyond its academic focus, Sterling Montessori is known for its strong sense of community and commitment to the development of the "whole child." The school places a high priority on social-emotional learning, encouraging students to develop responsibility, respect for others, and active citizenship. With a dedicated faculty and an active parent-teacher organization, the academy creates a collaborative environment where families are closely involved in the educational process, ensuring that students are well-prepared for both secondary education and future success in an interconnected world.
620
Total Students
32.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sterling Montessori Academy
Demographic Student Count
White261
Hispanic22
Black40
Asian253
Two or More14
American Indian15
Pacific Islander15
  • White
    261 (42.1 %)
  • Asian
    253 (40.8 %)
  • Black
    40 (6.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    22 (3.5 %)
  • American Indian
    15 (2.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    15 (2.4 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Sterling Montessori Academy
Phone: (919)462-8889
Website: http://www.sterlingmontessori.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 620
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.0
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 72
Grade 1 77
Grade 2 71
Grade 3 75
Grade 4 75
Grade 5 66
Grade 6 64
Grade 7 63
Grade 8 57

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sterling Montessori Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten72
Grade 177
Grade 271
Grade 375
Grade 475
Grade 566
Grade 664
Grade 763
Grade 857
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sterling Montessori Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31050%
Male31050%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)