Below Average
#191 of 202 private schools in CT
Montessori Discovery School
Elementary School
218 DUDLEY ST, Norwich, CT 06360
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#191 of 202
In Norwich
#2 of 2
public schools
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Montessori Discovery School
Elementary School in Norwich · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Discovery School
Montessori Discovery School is a private elementary school in Norwich, CT. Montessori Discovery School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Discovery School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Montessori Discovery 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, Montessori Discovery School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Discovery 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 Montessori Discovery School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Norwich, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Discovery School (this school) | 4.6 |
| Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School | 3.8 |
| John B. Stanton School | 4.8 |
| Uncas Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Samuel Huntington School | 6.3 |
| Thomas W. Mahan School | 9.1 |
| Kelly STEAM Magnet Middle School | 4.3 |
| Integrated Day Charter School | 6.4 |
| Veterans' Memorial School | 5.7 |
| Moriarty Magnet School | 5.5 |
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
218 DUDLEY ST, Norwich, CT 06360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Discovery School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas W. Mahan School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mohegan School (rated 7.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Uncasville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wequonnoc Magnet School (rated 6.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Taftville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwich, see our Norwich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School Norwich | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| John B. Stanton School Norwich | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Samuel Huntington School Norwich | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Uncas Elementary School Norwich | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Thomas W. Mahan School Norwich | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Norwich Free Academy Norwich | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Norwich | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Kelly STEAM Magnet Middle School Norwich | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Integrated Day Charter School Norwich | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Norwich Technical High School Norwich | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Veterans' Memorial School Norwich | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Mohegan School Uncasville | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Moriarty Magnet School Norwich | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Uncasville | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Fields Memorial School Bozrah | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Taftville | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Wequonnoc Magnet School Taftville | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Gales Ferry School Gales Ferry | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Juliet W. Long School Gales Ferry | 5.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,848
Median Home Value
$233,500
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
37,527
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Union School Union, CT | 4.4 |
| LAUREL OAKS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hamden, CT | 5.6 |
| HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hartford, CT | 5.7 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairfield, CT | 5.8 |
| LITCHFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Northfield, CT | 5.9 |
| TALCOTT MOUNTAIN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE MATHEMATICS Avon, CT | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Discovery School
What grades does Montessori Discovery School serve?
Montessori Discovery School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori Discovery School?
Montessori Discovery School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Discovery School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Discovery School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Discovery School rank in CT?
Montessori Discovery School ranks #191 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Montessori Discovery School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Discovery School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Discovery School a private school?
Yes, Montessori Discovery 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 Montessori Discovery School a religious school?
No, Montessori Discovery School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New London County
- Phone
- (860) 889-0340
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