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Montessori Circle of Friends
Elementary School
25 W MAIN ST, Chester, CT 06412
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Montessori Circle of Friends
Elementary School in Chester · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Circle of Friends
Montessori Circle of Friends is a private elementary school in Chester, CT. Montessori Circle of Friends serves approximately 7 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 7 students, Montessori Circle of Friends 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Montessori Circle of Friends sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Circle of Friends 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 Montessori Circle of Friends compares to the 1 public school in Chester, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chester
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Circle of Friends (this school) | — |
| Chester Elementary School | 9.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- 25 W MAIN ST, Chester, CT 06412
- Phone
- (860) 526-9995
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CT aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
25 W MAIN ST, Chester, CT 06412
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Circle of Friends may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deep River Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Deep River). Another option is Lyme Consolidated School (rated 9.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Lyme). Additionally, Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School (rated 9.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Killingworth). For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Elementary School Chester | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Deep River Elementary School Deep River | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Valley Regional High School Deep River | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| John Winthrop Middle School Deep River | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| FRANKLIN ACADEMY East Haddam | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Essex Elementary School Centerbrook | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Nathan Hale-Ray High School Moodus | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| East Haddam Elementary School Moodus | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Westbrook Middle School Westbrook | 7.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Westbrook High School Westbrook | 7.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Burr District Elementary School Higganum | 6.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Haddam-Killingworth Middle School Killingworth | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School Killingworth | 5.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook | 7.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Killingworth Elementary School Higganum | 6.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Lyme Consolidated School Lyme | 6.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School Moodus | 8.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Clinton | 7.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Jared Eliot School Clinton | 7.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Haddam-Killingworth High School Higganum | 7.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,570
Median Home Value
$404,000
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
3,786
College Educated
42.8%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
51.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Circle of Friends
What grades does Montessori Circle of Friends serve?
Montessori Circle of Friends serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Montessori Circle of Friends?
Montessori Circle of Friends has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Circle of Friends?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Circle of Friends is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Montessori Circle of Friends a private school?
Yes, Montessori Circle of Friends 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 Montessori Circle of Friends a religious school?
No, Montessori Circle of Friends is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 7
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (860) 526-9995
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