Very Good
#22 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 10% of private schools
Hilltop Montessori School
Elementary School
6 ABBOTT SQ, Birmingham, AL 35242
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#22 of 207
In Birmingham
#9 of 31
public schools
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Hilltop Montessori School
Elementary School in Birmingham · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hilltop Montessori School
Hilltop Montessori School is a private elementary school in Birmingham, AL. Hilltop Montessori School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilltop Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Hilltop Montessori School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, Hilltop Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hilltop Montessori School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Hilltop Montessori School compares to 53 public schools serving similar grades in Birmingham, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hilltop Montessori School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Mt Laurel Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Inverness Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Oak Mountain Middle School | 6.9 |
| Oak Mountain Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Oak Mountain Intermediate School | 8.7 |
| Grantswood Community School | 8.3 |
| Oliver K5 School | 8.2 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School | 4.9 |
| Avondale Elementary School | 6.7 |
| i3 Academy Phase 1 | 7.5 |
| Hayes K8 | 7.2 |
| Barrett Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School | 4.5 |
| Glen Iris Elementary School | 4.8 |
| i3 Academy Phase 2 | 4.8 |
| EPIC Alternative Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Christian School | 8.1 |
| Robinson Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Magic City Acceptance Academy | 4.6 |
| Phillips Academy | 8.3 |
Showing 20 of 53 schools. View all schools in Birmingham
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6 ABBOTT SQ, Birmingham, AL 35242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hilltop Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greystone Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hoover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park (rated 9.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Vestavia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brookwood Forest Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Laurel Elementary School Birmingham | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Greystone Elementary School Hoover | 1.7 mi | 9.6 |
| ESSENTIAL CHURCH SCHOOL Birmingham | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Inverness Elementary School Birmingham | 4.2 mi | 9.0 |
| ALLAN COTT SCHOOL Birmingham | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Chelsea Middle School Chelsea | 5.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park Vestavia | 5.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Liberty Park Middle School Vestavia | 5.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Forest Oaks Elementary School Chelsea | 5.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Chelsea Park Elementary School Chelsea | 6.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Chelsea High School Chelsea | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Oak Mountain Middle School Birmingham | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Mountain Elementary School Birmingham | 5.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Spain Park High School Hoover | 5.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Berry Middle School Hoover | 6.1 mi | 8.1 |
| GODS HOUSE KINDERGARTEN AND DAY CARE Birmingham | 6.3 mi | — |
| Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk | 7.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Oak Mountain High School Birmingham | 6.8 mi | 7.1 |
| JOSEPH S BRUNO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Birmingham | 6.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Mountain Brook High School Mountain Brk | 7.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,053
Median Home Value
$452,300
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
56,956
College Educated
64.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hilltop Montessori School
What grades does Hilltop Montessori School serve?
Hilltop Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hilltop Montessori School?
Hilltop Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilltop Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hilltop Montessori School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hilltop Montessori School rank in AL?
Hilltop Montessori School ranks #22 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Hilltop Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hilltop Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hilltop Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Hilltop Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hilltop Montessori School a religious school?
No, Hilltop Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (205) 437-9343
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