Summary:
Zip code 33036, encompassing Islamorada, Florida, is home to a single school, Treasure Village Montessori Charter School, a small public charter school serving 179 students in grades PK through 8 within the Monroe district.
Treasure Village Montessori Charter School stands out for its exceptional academic performance in several key areas, particularly in English Language Arts (ELA) and End-of-Course (EOC) exams. For instance, 4th and 5th graders achieved 84% and 89% proficiency in ELA, far exceeding state averages, while the school posted a perfect 100% proficiency rate in both Algebra 1 and Civics EOC exams. However, the school shows a notable split in math performance: early elementary grades struggle, with 3rd and 4th graders scoring only 42% proficiency in math (well below the state average), yet middle school math sees a dramatic turnaround, with 7th and 8th graders reaching 90% and 80% proficiency. The school also benefits from high per-student spending of $20,554, likely supporting small class sizes and personalized Montessori instruction, though chronic absenteeism at 25.1% remains a concern.
Despite these strong test scores, the school's state ranking has declined from the 74th percentile to the 55th percentile over three years, suggesting other Florida schools are improving faster or that ranking methodology factors in elements beyond raw scores. With a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate of 30.17%, the school serves a less economically disadvantaged population compared to state averages. For parents, this school offers a unique blend of outstanding ELA and EOC results with a challenging math profile that improves significantly as students age, all within a small, well-funded Montessori environment that prioritizes personalized learning.
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