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#71 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 35% of private schools
The Children's Tree Montessori School
Elementary School
96 ESSEX RD, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#71 of 202
In Old Saybrook
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Children's Tree Montessori School
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About The Children's Tree Montessori School
The Children's Tree Montessori School is a private elementary school in Old Saybrook, CT. The Children's Tree Montessori School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Children's Tree Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, The Children's Tree 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 8:1 students to teachers, The Children's Tree Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Children's Tree 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 The Children's Tree Montessori School compares to the 3 public schools in Old Saybrook, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Old Saybrook
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Children's Tree Montessori School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Old Saybrook Middle School | 7.7 |
| Kathleen E. Goodwin School | 8.1 |
| Old Saybrook Senior High School | 7.6 |
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
96 ESSEX RD, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Children's Tree Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyme Consolidated School (rated 9.3/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Lyme), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deep River Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Deep River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mile Creek School (rated 9.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Old Lyme), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Old Saybrook, see our Old Saybrook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Center School Old Lyme | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Old Lyme | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Old Saybrook Middle School Old Saybrook | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Old Saybrook | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme High School Old Lyme | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Kathleen E. Goodwin School Old Saybrook | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Old Saybrook Senior High School Old Saybrook | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Essex Elementary School Centerbrook | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Mile Creek School Old Lyme | 4.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Lyme Consolidated School Lyme | 6.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Westbrook High School Westbrook | 5.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Westbrook Middle School Westbrook | 5.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Deep River Elementary School Deep River | 6.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Valley Regional High School Deep River | 5.8 mi | 8.3 |
| John Winthrop Middle School Deep River | 6.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI CIRCLE OF FRIENDS Chester | 7.5 mi | — |
| Chester Elementary School Chester | 7.8 mi | 9.0 |
| FRANKLIN ACADEMY East Haddam | 9.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Lillie B. Haynes School Niantic | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,500
Median Home Value
$479,100
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
10,515
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
85.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
55.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield, CT | 6.9 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Stamford, CT | 6.4 |
| ADELBROOK-THE LEARNING CENTER OF MANCHESTER Manchester, CT | 6.3 |
| LITCHFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Northfield, CT | 5.9 |
| BRIDGEPORT HOPE SCHOOL Bridgeport, CT | 7.6 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairfield, CT | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Children's Tree Montessori School
What grades does The Children's Tree Montessori School serve?
The Children's Tree Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend The Children's Tree Montessori School?
The Children's Tree Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Children's Tree Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Children's Tree Montessori School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Children's Tree Montessori School rank in CT?
The Children's Tree Montessori School ranks #71 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is The Children's Tree Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Children's Tree Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Children's Tree Montessori School a private school?
Yes, The Children's Tree 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 The Children's Tree Montessori School a religious school?
No, The Children's Tree Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (860) 388-3536
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