Description
We believe that MSE is uniquely positioned to be successful because its model integrates not
only high academic standards but also a rigorous process to measure student achievement. The
academic program at MSE integrates Montessori methodology, national core standards,
assessment, arts integration, and research-based instructional best practices. The result is a
highly-differentiated learning environment that facilitates accelerated learning and achievement
across the curriculum. MSE’s program includes the following key curricular areas: Language
Arts, Mathematics & Geometry, History/Social Science, the Arts, Character and Peace
Education, Health and Physical Education, Practical Life, Social Justice and Technology.
We are proving this model works by the success of the students.
● The CPS School Quality Rating Policy is the District’s policy for measuring annual
school performance. MSE’s SQRP is currently a 2+ rating that makes us the highest rated
non-selective, non-magnet school in our area.
● MSE scored in the 99th percentile in reading growth and was the top-ranked school in all
of Chicago on this metric.
● 62% of MSE students met their growth projections, which is 12% more than the national
norm of 50%.
● 87% of our head start children are meeting language objectives, with 8% exceeding their
goals, a quadrupling of percentages in this domain.
