First State Montessori Academy

Wilmington, Delaware — 1 schools

629
Total Enrollment
1
Schools
$14,293
Per-Pupil Spending
Elementary
School Types

District-Level NCES Analysis

First State Montessori Academy operates 1 public schools serving 629 students, placing it among the smaller districts in Delaware. The school portfolio breaks down into 1 elementary schools, giving families a clear picture of grade-band coverage before they move, rent, or enrol. Aggregated across those campuses, enrollment totals 657 pupils using the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2022-23 release, and the district is geographically located in New Castle County County.

Per-pupil expenditure runs $14,293 according to the NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey, which aggregates every revenue and spending line reported under federal accounting standards. The funding mix is 31.8% local, 58.0% state, and 10.2% federal — a breakdown that matters because districts leaning heavily on local revenue are more exposed to property-tax swings, while higher federal shares typically track Title I concentration. The district's equity score — 18/100, ranked #38 of 40 in Delaware against a state average of 39 — measures how evenly funding reaches schools within its boundaries.

and 19.3% chronic absenteeism from the 2021-22 Civil Rights Data Collection. Demographically, the student body averages 68.0% White, 18.3% African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino across the district's schools.

First State Montessori Academy accounts for 100.0% of all First State Montessori Academy student enrollment

That concentration — well above the 8.4% national median for largest-entity share — means First State Montessori Academy-wide averages can mask substantial variation outside the dominant entity. Grade band: elementary. A single dominant campus often anchors a district's program offerings and staffing patterns; the share helps explain why district-wide averages may not reflect the typical neighbourhood-school experience. When one entity dominates a region's footprint, its programmatic and budget decisions effectively set policy for a majority of the affected population.

Source: NCES Common Core of Data NCES Common Core of Data

First State Montessori Academy chronic absenteeism rate is 19.3% — near the typical range (US average ~28) — aligned with the national post-pandemic baseline of roughly 28% chronic absenteeism

chronic absenteeism rate is the simplest comparative metric but it does not capture the full picture: a student is chronically absent if they miss ≥10% of enrolled days for any reason — illness, family obligations, or disengagement Variation between sub-units within First State Montessori Academy is typically wider than the First State Montessori Academy-aggregate figure suggests.

Source: NCES Civil Rights Data Collection 2021-22 NCES Civil Rights Data Collection 2021-22

Where does the funding come from?

10.2%
Federal
58.0%
State
31.8%
Local

Funding Equity

18
Equity Score
38 / 40
State Rank
39
State Average

This district scores below average on funding equity. High reliance on local revenue or lower spending may contribute.

Local Rent Costs

Fair Market Rents in New Castle County county, where this district is located.

$1,397
Studio/mo
$1,520
1 BR/mo
$1,810
2 BR/mo
$2,170
3 BR/mo
$2,423
4 BR/mo

Student Demographics

Average demographic composition across 1 schools in First State Montessori Academy.

White 68.0%
Hispanic or Latino 2.1%
African American 18.3%
Asian 2.0%
Multiracial 9.3%

Source: NCES CCD School Membership 2024-25.

Programs & Resources

19.3%
Chronically Absent

Source: NCES Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22.

Schools in First State Montessori Academy

School Enrollment
First State Montessori Academy
Charter
657

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in First State Montessori Academy?

First State Montessori Academy has 1 schools, including 1 elementary. Total enrollment is 629 students.

How much does First State Montessori Academy spend per student?

First State Montessori Academy spends $14,293 per student. The district has an equity score of 18/100, ranking #38 in Delaware.

What is the average rent near First State Montessori Academy?

The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in New Castle County County is $N/A/month (2026). This affects housing affordability for families in the district.

What is the demographic composition of First State Montessori Academy?

First State Montessori Academy students are 68.0% White, 18.3% African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino, 2.0% Asian, averaged across 1 schools. Source: NCES CCD Membership 2024-25.

What is the equity score for First State Montessori Academy?

First State Montessori Academy has an equity score of 18/100, ranking #38 out of 40 districts in Delaware. This score measures resource distribution fairness across schools in the district.

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