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Willow Tree Montessori
Elementary School
171 AMITY RD, Bethany, CT 06524
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Willow Tree Montessori
Elementary School in Bethany · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Amity Middle School: Bethany
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About Willow Tree Montessori
Willow Tree Montessori is a private elementary school in Bethany, CT. Willow Tree Montessori serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 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 5 students, Willow Tree Montessori 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 5:1 students to teachers, Willow Tree Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Willow Tree Montessori 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 Willow Tree Montessori compares to the 2 public schools in Bethany, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bethany
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Willow Tree Montessori (this school) | — |
| Amity Middle School: Bethany | 9.0 |
| Bethany Community School | 8.1 |
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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 171 AMITY RD, Bethany, CT 06524
- Phone
- (203) 393-3100
- 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 Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
171 AMITY RD, Bethany, CT 06524
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Tree Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beecher Road School (rated 9.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Woodbridge). Another option is Laurel Ledge School (rated 8.4/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Beacon Falls). Additionally, Bethany Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Bethany, see our Bethany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amity Middle School: Bethany Bethany | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Bethany Community School Bethany | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Amity Regional High School Woodbridge | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Chatfield-LoPresti School Seymour | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| EZRA ACADEMY Woodbridge | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF MONTESSORI Woodbridge | 4.5 mi | — |
| Beecher Road School Woodbridge | 4.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Dunbar Hill School Hamden | 4.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Laurel Ledge School Beacon Falls | 4.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Brennan Rogers School New Haven | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Bear Path School Hamden | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LAUREL OAKS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hamden | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Common Ground High School New Haven | 5.0 mi | 2.8 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hamden | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Helen Street School Hamden | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Davis Academy for Arts & Design Innovation New Haven | 5.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Cross Street Intermediate School Naugatuck | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| West Woods School Hamden | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Mead School Ansonia | 5.2 mi | 2.6 |
| CHAPEL HAVEN SCHLEIFER CENTER New Haven | 5.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06524 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,879
Median Home Value
$418,900
Median Rent
$1,500/mo
Population
5,280
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
0.7%
Median Age
43.5
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|---|---|
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| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF MONTESSORI Woodbridge, CT | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Tree Montessori
What grades does Willow Tree Montessori serve?
Willow Tree Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Willow Tree Montessori?
Willow Tree Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Tree Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Tree Montessori is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Willow Tree Montessori a private school?
Yes, Willow Tree Montessori 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 Willow Tree Montessori a religious school?
No, Willow Tree Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 2.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 393-3100
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