Very Good
#372 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 25% of private schools
Amelia Island Montessori School
Elementary School
1423 JULIA ST, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#372 of 1,462
In Fernandina Beach
#1 of 4
public schools
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Amelia Island Montessori School
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About Amelia Island Montessori School
Amelia Island Montessori School is a private elementary school in Fernandina Beach, FL. Amelia Island Montessori School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Amelia Island Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Amelia Island 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, Amelia Island Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Amelia Island 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 Amelia Island Montessori School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Fernandina Beach, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amelia Island Montessori School (this school) | 7.2 |
| EMMA LOVE HARDEE ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| FERNANDINA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| NASSAU VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | 7.2 |
| NASSAU COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOL | — |
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 FL.
Data Unavailable
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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 FL
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
1423 JULIA ST, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amelia Island Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YULEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Yulee), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMMA LOVE HARDEE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Saint Marys Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Marys), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fernandina Beach, see our Fernandina Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EMMA LOVE HARDEE ELEMENTARY Fernandina Beach | 4.3 mi | 8.2 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fernandina Beach | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| THE OGBURN SCHOOL INC. Fernandina Beach | 5.3 mi | 2.8 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| FERNANDINA BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NASSAU VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Fernandina Beach | 6.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NASSAU COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Fernandina Beach | 6.7 mi | — |
| ST MICHEL ACADEMY Fernandina Beach | 6.9 mi | 4.9 |
| YULEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Yulee | 7.8 mi | 8.3 |
| YULEE HIGH SCHOOL Yulee | 8.0 mi | 6.5 |
| YULEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yulee | 8.8 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 10.2 mi | 7.7 |
| LOUIS S. SHEFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 10.5 mi | 5.9 |
| YULEE PRIMARY SCHOOL Yulee | 10.3 mi | 7.3 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Jacksonville | 10.7 mi | — |
| Saint Marys Elementary School Saint Marys | 11.9 mi | 8.2 |
| FIRST COAST HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville | 11.3 mi | 5.2 |
| MARINE SCIENCE EDUCATION CENTER Atlantic Beach | 12.6 mi | — |
| SAFE HARBOR ACADEMY Jacksonville | 12.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,756
Median Home Value
$484,200
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
39,280
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
85.1%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
56.5
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| ALACHUA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Gainesville, FL | 7.2 |
| ALEGRIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 7.2 |
| BB INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Pompano Beach, FL | 7.2 |
| CARE AND SHARE UXBRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland Park, FL | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amelia Island Montessori School
What grades does Amelia Island Montessori School serve?
Amelia Island Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Amelia Island Montessori School?
Amelia Island Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amelia Island Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Amelia Island Montessori School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Amelia Island Montessori School rank in FL?
Amelia Island Montessori School ranks #372 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Amelia Island Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Amelia Island Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Amelia Island Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Amelia Island 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 Amelia Island Montessori School a religious school?
No, Amelia Island Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (904) 261-6610
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