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Montessori Charter School Continues Award-Winning Tradition

Nov 04, 2025 04:16PM ● By Dixon Montessori Charter School News Release
Dixon Montessori Charter School

Dixon Montessori Charter School, 355 N. Almond St., has announced that it continues to outperform state averages in both reading and math, underscoring its ongoing commitment to academic excellence and whole-child education. Photo by Debra Dingman


DIXON, CA (MPG) - Dixon Montessori Charter School has announced that it continues to outperform state averages in both reading and math, underscoring its ongoing commitment to academic excellence and whole-child education.

According to recent performance data, Dixon Montessori Charter students scored 14% higher in math and 11% higher in reading than the California state averages.

“We are extremely proud of our students, teachers and families for their hard work and dedication,” said Ben Ernest, Executive Director of Dixon Montessori Charter School. “These results demonstrate the strength of our community and our commitment to individualized, Montessori-based learning that helps every child thrive.”

The school, located at 355 North Almond St. in Dixon, serves 468 students in grades K–8 with a student–teacher ratio of 24:1. The staff includes 20 full-time teachers, three intervention teachers, one ELD teacher and a full-time school counselor.

Dixon Montessori Charter combines Montessori and project-based Learning (PBL) methods with standards-based instruction, giving students a hands-on, inquiry-driven education while meeting rigorous state benchmarks. The school emphasizes academic excellence, emotional growth and social responsibility through its Montessori framework and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program.

“Our goal is to nurture the curiosity and confidence of every student,” added Ernest. “When we see students excelling above state averages, it’s a clear reflection of the power of this approach and the dedication of our teachers.”

Dixon Montessori Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school authorized by Dixon Unified School District. It continues to be recognized as one of the region’s most innovative K–8 schools, blending traditional Montessori philosophy with a data-driven approach to ensure student success.

For more information about enrollment or upcoming events, visit www.dixonmontessori.org or call (707) 678-8953.