First State Montessori Academy vs Kuumba Academy Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Delaware, United States, 248 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First State Montessori Academy
Wilmington · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
657 students
Kuumba Academy Charter School
Wilmington · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
594 students
| Measure | First State Montessori Academy Wilmington, Delaware | Kuumba Academy Charter School Wilmington, Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #59 of 121 | #94 of 121 |
| National rank | #20585 of 50,301 | #37103 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 657 | 594 |
| Enrollment | 657 | 594 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 29% |
| city | Wilmington | Wilmington |
| state | Delaware | Delaware |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •First State Montessori Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 32.2).
- •First State Montessori Academy does better on math proficiency (51% vs 29%).
- •First State Montessori Academy does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 36%).
- •Kuumba Academy Charter School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 19.3).
- •First State Montessori Academy is the larger school with 657 students compared with 594.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is First State Montessori Academy better than Kuumba Academy Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), First State Montessori Academy ranks higher (56.5 vs 32.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are First State Montessori Academy and Kuumba Academy Charter School?
About 248 m in a straight line, between Wilmington and Wilmington in Delaware.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First State Montessori Academy: 657. Kuumba Academy Charter School: 594. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First State Montessori Academy and Kuumba Academy Charter School rank in Delaware?
First State Montessori Academy is 59th of 121 and Kuumba Academy Charter School is 94th of 121 among elementary schools in Delaware on the 2025 Success Index (US).