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#131 of 202 private schools in CT
Litchfield Montessori School
Elementary School · Northfield, CT
A private elementary school in Northfield, CT serving grades Pre-K – 6th.
5 KNIFE SHOP RD, Northfield, CT 06778
- 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
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Where Litchfield Montessori School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 10Car-Dependent
- Bike 19Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$108,750
Median home value
$298,000
Median rent
$1,013/mo
College educated
20.8%
Homeownership
96.4%
Poverty rate
0.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 06778; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Rock SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | PK–3 | 3.0 mi | 268 | Compare → |
| Plymouth Center SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.3 | PK–2 | 3.0 mi | 327 | Compare → |
| James Morris SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.5 | PK–5 | 4.8 mi | 111 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Litchfield Montessori School is listed in Northfield, CT; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Litchfield Montessori School
Litchfield Montessori School is a private elementary school in Northfield, CT, serving approximately 43 students in grades Pre-K-6th with a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 202 private schools in CT.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Litchfield Montessori School
What grades does Litchfield Montessori School serve?
Litchfield Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Litchfield Montessori School?
Litchfield Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Litchfield Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Litchfield Montessori School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Litchfield Montessori School rank in CT?
Litchfield Montessori School ranks #131 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Litchfield Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Litchfield Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Litchfield Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Litchfield 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 Litchfield Montessori School a religious school?
No, Litchfield Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Litchfield County
- Phone
- (860) 283-5920
- Area population (ZIP 06778)
- 1,618
- Area median age
- 47.8
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 06778; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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