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#15 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 7% of private schools

Hudson Country Montessori School

Elementary School

44A SHELTER ROCK RD, Danbury, CT 68107

Private

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

3.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#15 of 202

In Danbury

#1 of 7

public schools

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Hudson Country Montessori School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Danbury · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Shelter Rock School

3.3/10

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Dps Early Childhood Center

4.2/10

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About Hudson Country Montessori School

Hudson Country Montessori School is a private elementary school in Danbury, CT. Hudson Country Montessori School serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hudson Country Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares1.6 pts above CT schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 116 students, Hudson Country 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 3.3:1 students to teachers, Hudson Country Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hudson Country 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

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How Hudson Country Montessori School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Danbury, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.3:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
116
This School
vs
467
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
4.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 41.4% vs 0%
Asian 15.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.9% vs 0%
Black 10.3% vs 0%
Hudson Country Montessori School Danbury Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Hudson Country Montessori School (this school) 8.1
Shelter Rock School 3.3
DPS Early Childhood Center 4.2
South Street School 5.9
Rogers Park Middle School 2.9
DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville 2.7
Broadview Middle School 2.8
Ellsworth Avenue School 4.2
Park Avenue School 4.1
Morris Street School 3.0
Hayestown Avenue School 5.3
Great Plain School 7.0
Westside Middle School Academy 6.2
Mill Ridge Primary School 5.7
Stadley Rough School 3.9
Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne 6.7
Pembroke School 3.7
King Street Intermediate School 3.3
King Street Primary School 3.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 116
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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)

White 41.4%
Two or More 19.8%
Asian 15.5%
Hispanic 12.9%
Black 10.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

44A SHELTER ROCK RD, Danbury, CT 68107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hudson Country Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Great Plain School (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Ralph M. T. Johnson School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bethel), a more accessible option. Additionally, South Street School (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Shelter Rock School Danbury 0.7 mi 3.3
DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury 0.7 mi 4.2
South Street School Danbury 0.7 mi 5.9
Rogers Park Middle School Danbury 0.8 mi 2.9
ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury 1.0 mi 5.8
Broadview Middle School Danbury 1.3 mi 2.8
DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury 1.3 mi 2.7
Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury 1.3 mi 4.2
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury 1.3 mi 5.5
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury 1.6 mi 4.9
Great Plain School Danbury 2.1 mi 7.0
Park Avenue School Danbury 1.7 mi 4.1
Hayestown Avenue School Danbury 2.1 mi 5.3
Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury 2.1 mi 6.4
Frank A. Berry School Bethel 1.9 mi 5.9
Anna H. Rockwell School Bethel 1.9 mi 5.2
Morris Street School Danbury 1.9 mi 3.0
Bethel High School Bethel 2.0 mi 6.2
Ralph M. T. Johnson School Bethel 2.0 mi 6.8
Bethel Middle School Bethel 2.0 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,988

Median Home Value

$142,900

Median Rent

$1,015/mo

Population

30,993

College Educated

8.9%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

29.3

Similar Schools

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WATERSIDE SCHOOL Stamford, CT 8.1
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Lee H. Kellogg School Falls Village, CT 7.9
James Morris School Morris, CT 8.5
ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL New Haven, CT 8.6
HOUSATONIC VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Newtown, CT 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hudson Country Montessori School

What grades does Hudson Country Montessori School serve?

Hudson Country Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Hudson Country Montessori School?

Hudson Country Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hudson Country Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hudson Country Montessori School is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hudson Country Montessori School rank in CT?

Hudson Country Montessori School ranks #15 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Hudson Country Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hudson Country Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hudson Country Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Hudson Country 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 Hudson Country Montessori School a religious school?

No, Hudson Country Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
116
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Fairfield County

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