Four Corners Montessori Academy

Summary:

Four Corners Montessori Academy is a public charter elementary school serving grades PK-8 in Madison Heights, Michigan, with a student population of 291 as of the 2022-2023 school year. The school's student body is predominantly White (63.23%), with significant percentages of African American (18.56%), two or more races (7.9%), Asian (5.5%), and Hispanic (4.81%) students.

While Four Corners Montessori Academy has a relatively diverse student population, the school's performance lags behind nearby schools in several key areas. The school has experienced high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 13.1% to 28.7%, which is significantly higher than the 21.1% to 33.7% range of nearby schools like Keller Elementary, Lessenger Elementary, and Edmonson Elementary. Additionally, Four Corners Montessori Academy's test score performance on the M-Step and PSAT assessments is generally below the state averages and the performance of nearby schools, and the school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Michigan elementary schools, with a 2 out of 5 star rating from School Digger.

Despite an increase in per-student spending from $8,532 in 2019-2020 to $11,998 in 2022-2023, the improved funding has not yet translated into better academic outcomes for the school. The high chronic absenteeism rates and consistently low academic performance suggest that Four Corners Montessori Academy may need to focus on improving student engagement, attendance, and instructional practices to better support student learning and achievement, and to better serve its diverse student population compared to the performance of nearby schools in the Royal Oak Schools, Warren Consolidated Schools, Lamphere Public Schools, and Madison District Public Schools.


Detail:

Public, Charter PK, KG-8

 1075 E Gardenia Ave
       Madison Heights, MI  48071-3433


(248) 542-7001

District: Four Corners Montessori Academy

SchoolDigger Rank:
991st of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,998 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  17.1 Help
Number of students:  291

Racial breakdown:

White:
63.2%
African American:
18.6%
Two or more races:
7.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  43.6% Help


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Compare Details Four Corners Montessori Academy ranks worse than 66.7% of elementary schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 31.77. (See more...)
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Compare Details Four Corners Montessori Academy ranks better than 58.5% of middle schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 52.39. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (63.2%), African American (18.6%), two or more races (7.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 43.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Four Corners Montessori Academy is 17.1. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Four Corners Montessori Academy is $11,998.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Four Corners Montessori Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Four Corners Montessori Academy 991st of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See Four Corners Montessori Academy in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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SchoolDigger ranks Four Corners Montessori Academy 372nd of 897 Michigan public middle schools. (See Four Corners Montessori Academy in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Four Corners Montessori Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Four Corners Montessori Academy 342nd of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Four Corners Montessori Academy

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2012 43.03 997th 1566 36.3%
2013 53.20 776th 1563 50.4%
2014 52.65 783rd 1533 48.9%
2015 44.40 929th 1580 41.2%
2016 53.66 729th 1548 52.9%
2017 49.22 701st 1466 52.2%
2018 55.22 698th 1448 51.8%
2019 27.66 1010th 1408 28.3%
2021 40.46 667th 1153 42.2%
2022 38.61 783rd 1344 41.7%
2023 39.36 862nd 1470 41.4%
2024 31.77 991st 1486 33.3%
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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 36.29 955th 1397 31.6%
2023 45.87 699th 1350 48.2%
2024 42.65 758th 1381 45.1%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.72 800th 1443 44.6%
2019 31.10 837th 1171 28.5%
2021 58.22 314th 902 65.2%
2022 64.86 319th 1106 71.2%
2023 51.88 576th 1321 56.4%
2024 29.28 963rd 1342 28.2%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 55.92 642nd 1446 55.6%
2019 20.60 994th 1196 16.9%
2023 43.92 720th 1334 46.0%
2024 37.51 818th 1347 39.3%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.36 665th 1253 46.9%
2019 22.53 932nd 1128 17.4%
2021 37.72 632nd 1005 37.1%
2022 55.36 472nd 1102 57.2%
2023 38.14 764th 1198 36.2%
2024 32.31 832nd 1204 30.9%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Four Corners Montessori Academy

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Rank History for all middle school students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2012 39.11 599th 900 33.4%
2013 65.39 280th 919 69.5%
2014 55.86 419th 921 54.5%
2015 72.65 204th 919 77.8%
2016 61.99 306th 894 65.8%
2017 50.74 342nd 821 58.3%
2018 71.45 219th 838 73.9%
2019 45.07 413th 792 47.9%
2021 53.62 260th 675 61.5%
2022 63.06 230th 776 70.4%
2023 51.38 368th 883 58.3%
2024 52.39 372nd 897 58.5%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 88.17 41st 815 95.0%
2022 82.91 61st 691 91.2%
2023 75.98 113th 825 86.3%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 66.32 235th 794 70.4%
2022 57.18 223rd 657 66.1%
2023 56.34 271st 770 64.8%
2024 51.75 303rd 771 60.7%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 64.34 255th 797 68.0%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Four Corners Montessori Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.23 184th 678 72.9%
2022 57.58 224th 638 64.9%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Open Quote One would think that a Montessori school would be accommodating to children with disabilities, however this is not the case for this Montessori school. Our experience was horrifying, and from reading reviews other parents have had similar experiences. Please educate yourself and review the child care licensing complaints and violations against this school, the child care is run by the administration and the behaviors are similar. As of June 2017 the Special Education Director was not approved as a Special Education Supervisor in the State of Michigan. Other reviews have indicated that the school administration has offered prizes/rewards for positive online reviews, so take the positive reviews with a grain of salt. This school actively attempted to discourage me from enrolling my child because of his disabilities even though it is considered a public school. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, November 12, 2015

Open Quote Four Corners is a wonderful montessori school. My child was proud to graduate and sad to leave. The community at Four Corners is outstanding. The children learn to be leaders in the world not followers! Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Open Quote I have 2 children who attend this school, and a third that will be entering kindergarten in the fall. If you are looking for a smaller school with wonderful parents and families, go check it out. Keep in mind that Montessori isn't for everyone. Kids don't get regular grades, much of their learning is self-directed, but for bright kids, the sky is the limit. Your child will not be bored here. Your quirky kid will fit in here. If you have an "alternative-looking" family you will be embraced here. The school is culturally, socioeconomically, and racially diverse. They still do some standardized testing, but they don't beat the kids over the head with it. This school is creating out-of-the-box thinkers and self-directed learners. Close Quote


by a student
Sunday, January 19, 2014

Open Quote Wonderful school. The staff is helpful and kind to all the students and makes sure that every student has a good education. The environment great as well. I've been at this school since day one and I absolutely love seeing it grow from 100 students to 400. I love the middle school program because you have so much independence compared to a non-montessori school. The teachers in the middle school are all around fun, help full, and get you to where you need to be. The middle school students also get to travel in America once every year, which is pretty exciting in my opinion. Last year they went to Chicago and now we're going to Washington D.C. I just love this school. :) Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Open Quote Absolutely horrible school. They take no responsibility for their actions or for their lack of supervision of students. They have cause my family and I alot of trouble because they wouldn't look at the POOR management of the school! Terrible staff, an awful experience! Glad we are GONE! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Four Corners Montessori Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2010 145 28 3 1 0 n/a n/a 0 177
2011 215 40 10 6 1 0 5 0 277
2012 233 40 14 7 0 2 8 0 304
2013 228 51 9 11 0 2 24 0 325
2014 230 42 10 14 0 2 37 0 335
2015 258 27 14 10 0 2 28 0 339
2016 241 39 18 21 0 2 33 0 354
2017 264 70 15 17 0 2 41 0 409
2018 289 69 13 19 0 2 39 0 431
2019 288 67 10 29 0 0 47 0 441
2020 312 65 9 29 0 0 42 0 457
2021 253 67 7 21 0 0 32 0 380
2022 216 73 9 25 0 0 32 0 355
2023 184 54 16 14 0 0 23 0 291

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Four Corners Montessori Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 177 8.0 22.1 40.1
2011 277 14.0 19.7 45.5
2012 304 15.0 20.2 39.8
2013 325 19.0 17.1 37.5
2014 335 19.5 17.1 34.6
2015 339 20.0 16.9 32.4
2016 354 20.0 17.7 30.5
2017 409 20.7 19.7 25.9
2018 431 23.6 18.2 32.7
2019 441 25.0 17.6 35.4
2020 457 24.0 19.0 36.5
2021 380 22.0 17.2 34.7
2022 355 20.0 17.7 40.3
2023 291 17.0 17.1 43.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Four Corners Montessori Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 177 8.0 22.1 40.1
2011 277 14.0 19.7 45.5
2012 304 15.0 20.2 39.8
2013 325 19.0 17.1 37.5
2014 335 19.5 17.1 34.6
2015 339 20.0 16.9 32.4
2016 354 20.0 17.7 30.5
2017 409 20.7 19.7 25.9
2018 431 23.6 18.2 32.7
2019 441 25.0 17.6 35.4
2020 457 24.0 19.0 36.5
2021 380 22.0 17.2 34.7
2022 355 20.0 17.7 40.3
2023 291 17.0 17.1 43.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Four Corners Montessori Academy

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $640 (6.8%) $8,736 (93.2%) $9,377
2020 $580 (6.8%) $7,951 (93.2%) $8,532
2021 $1,311 (12.0%) $9,581 (88.0%) $10,892
2022 $1,384 (14.4%) $8,240 (85.6%) $9,624
2023 $2,790 (23.3%) $9,207 (76.7%) $11,998

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Four Corners Montessori Academy

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1010th of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 862nd of 1470 Elementary schools
 13.1%
Ranks 413th of 792 Middle schoolsRanks 368th of 883 Middle schools
 10.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)42.432.7
 9.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)42.432.7
 9.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)18.625
 6.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)18.625
 6.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)34.844.1
 9.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)34.844.1
 9.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)15.214.7
 0.5%
   4th Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)15.214.7
 0.5%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)4944
 5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)4944
 5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)46.243.9
 2.3%
5th Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)17.610.9
 6.7%
   5th Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)17.610.9
 6.7%
   5th Grade Math (Michigan)34.830
 4.8%
5th Grade Social Studies (Four Corners Montessori Academy)13.717.8
 4.1%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Four Corners Montessori Academy)13.717.8
 4.1%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)17.415.5
 1.9%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)43.370
 26.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)43.370
 26.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)41.737.5
 4.2%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)38.142.1
 4%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)38.142.1
 4%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)42.736.9
 5.8%
7th Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)33.326.3
 7%
   7th Grade Math (Four Corners Montessori Academy)33.326.3
 7%
   7th Grade Math (Michigan)35.731
 4.7%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)6061.9
 1.9%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Four Corners Montessori Academy)6061.9
 1.9%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)61.959.7
 2.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (Four Corners Montessori Academy)2414.3
 9.7%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Four Corners Montessori Academy)2414.3
 9.7%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Michigan)41.436.3
 5.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students441291
 34%
African American6754
 19.4%
American Indian00
Asian1016
 60%
Hispanic2914
 51.7%
Pacific Islander00
White288184
 36.1%
Two or More Races4723
 51.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients35.4%43.6%
 8.3%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 291 students attended Four Corners Montessori Academy.

Students at Four Corners Montessori Academy are 63% White, 19% African American, 8% Two or more races, 5% Asian, 5% Hispanic.

Four Corners Montessori Academy ranks 991st of 1486 Michigan elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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