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#142 of 202 private schools in CT
Great Beginnings Montessori School
Elementary School
148 BEACH RD, Fairfield, CT 06824
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#142 of 202
In Fairfield
#3 of 6
public schools
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Great Beginnings Montessori School
Elementary School in Fairfield · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Great Beginnings Montessori School
Great Beginnings Montessori School is a private elementary school in Fairfield, CT. Great Beginnings Montessori School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Beginnings Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Great Beginnings 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Great Beginnings Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Great Beginnings 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 Great Beginnings Montessori School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Fairfield, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Beginnings Montessori School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Sherman School | 9.5 |
| Riverfield School | 8.6 |
| Holland Hill School | 8.6 |
| Osborn Hill School | 8.6 |
| McKinley School | 8.2 |
| Jennings School | 9.5 |
| Stratfield School | 8.0 |
| Dwight Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Burr Elementary School | 9.4 |
| North Stratfield School | 8.2 |
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 CT.
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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 CT
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
148 BEACH RD, Fairfield, CT 06824
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Beginnings Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherman School (rated 9.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jennings School (rated 9.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mill Hill School (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Southport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sherman School Fairfield | 0.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Tomlinson Middle School Fairfield | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Roger Ludlowe Middle School Fairfield | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairfield | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Fairfield Ludlowe High School Fairfield | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| FAIRFIELD COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fairfield | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| CAJAL ACADEMY INC Fairfield | 1.2 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY FF: FAIRFIELD Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Riverfield School Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Holland Hill School Fairfield | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Black Rock School Bridgeport | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANN ACADEMY Bridgeport | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Mill Hill School Southport | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Osborn Hill School Fairfield | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL Southport | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| THE HUNT RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairfield | 2.5 mi | — |
| Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy Bridgeport | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| McKinley School Fairfield | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Fairfield Woods Middle School Fairfield | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Jennings School Fairfield | 3.1 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06824 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$193,149
Median Home Value
$827,200
Median Rent
$2,271/mo
Population
36,868
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hartford, CT | 5.7 |
| LITCHFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Northfield, CT | 5.9 |
| LAUREL OAKS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hamden, CT | 5.6 |
| ADELBROOK-THE LEARNING CENTER OF MANCHESTER Manchester, CT | 6.3 |
| THE CHILDREN'S TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Old Saybrook, CT | 6.7 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield, CT | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Beginnings Montessori School
What grades does Great Beginnings Montessori School serve?
Great Beginnings Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Great Beginnings Montessori School?
Great Beginnings Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Beginnings Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Beginnings Montessori School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Great Beginnings Montessori School rank in CT?
Great Beginnings Montessori School ranks #142 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Great Beginnings Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Beginnings Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Great Beginnings Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Great Beginnings 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 Great Beginnings Montessori School a religious school?
No, Great Beginnings Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 34% M / 66% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (203) 254-8208
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