Washington Montessori
Charter School
429 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Washington Montessori Public Charter School (WMPCS), located in Washington, North Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through the eighth grade. The school is dedicated to the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes individualized learning, hands-on experiences, and the development of the "whole child." By fostering a classroom environment that encourages independence and self-directed activity, WMPCS aims to create a community where students feel empowered to take ownership of their education while cultivating social, emotional, and academic growth.
The school’s curriculum is designed to balance rigorous academic standards with the core tenets of the Montessori method, including multi-age groupings that allow students to learn at their own pace and collaborate with peers of varying abilities. Beyond traditional academics, Washington Montessori emphasizes the development of critical thinking, creativity, and a sense of responsibility toward the community. By integrating these values, the school strives to prepare its students not only for high school transition but also to become lifelong learners and active, compassionate citizens.
The school’s curriculum is designed to balance rigorous academic standards with the core tenets of the Montessori method, including multi-age groupings that allow students to learn at their own pace and collaborate with peers of varying abilities. Beyond traditional academics, Washington Montessori emphasizes the development of critical thinking, creativity, and a sense of responsibility toward the community. By integrating these values, the school strives to prepare its students not only for high school transition but also to become lifelong learners and active, compassionate citizens.
429
Total Students
34.6
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 350 |
| Hispanic | 40 |
| Black | 14 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White350 (81.6%)
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Hispanic40 (9.3%)
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Two or More21 (4.9%)
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Black14 (3.3%)
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Asian3 (0.7%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Washington Montessori |
| Phone: | (252)946-1977 |
| Website: | http://wmpcs.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 429 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
46
Grade 1
37
Grade 2
29
Grade 3
45
Grade 4
39
Grade 5
38
Grade 6
34
Grade 7
36
Grade 8
35
Grade 9
20
Grade 10
18
Grade 11
24
Grade 12
28
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 46 |
| Grade 1 | 37 |
| Grade 2 | 29 |
| Grade 3 | 45 |
| Grade 4 | 39 |
| Grade 5 | 38 |
| Grade 6 | 34 |
| Grade 7 | 36 |
| Grade 8 | 35 |
| Grade 9 | 20 |
| Grade 10 | 18 |
| Grade 11 | 24 |
| Grade 12 | 28 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 221 | 51.5% |
| Male | 208 | 48.5% |