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Very Good

#209 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 14% of private schools

Bridges Montessori

Elementary School

51 SE CENTRAL PKWY, Stuart, FL 34994

Private

Enrollment

68

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#209 of 1,462

In Stuart

#1 of 3

public schools

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Bridges Montessori

7.6/10

Elementary School in Stuart · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Bridges Montessori

Bridges Montessori is a private elementary school in Stuart, FL. Bridges Montessori serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridges Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.0 pts above FL schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 68 students, Bridges 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Bridges Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bridges 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

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How Bridges Montessori compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Stuart, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
68
This School
vs
455
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.8% vs 0%
Black 2.9% vs 0%
Bridges Montessori Stuart Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Bridges Montessori (this school) 7.6
THE HOPE CHARTER CENTER FOR AUTISM 7.6
ESE HOMEBOUND
SPECTRUM ACADEMY 4.2
J. D. PARKER SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY 5.6
STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.8
WILLOUGHBY LEARNING CENTER 4.5
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.7
FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
PORT SALERNO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.2
PK EARLY INTERVENTION 4.0
PREKINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS
TREASURE COAST CLASSICAL ACADEMY 7.2
DR. DAVID L. ANDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.7
MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.4
CRYSTAL LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,246
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 68
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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)

White 70.6%
Two or More 16.2%
Hispanic 8.8%
Black 2.9%
Pacific Islander 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

51 SE CENTRAL PKWY, Stuart, FL 34994

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridges Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JENSEN BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Jensen Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is BESSEY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Palm City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PALM CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Palm City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stuart, see our Stuart schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
THE HOPE CHARTER CENTER FOR AUTISM Stuart 0.4 mi 7.6
MARTIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Stuart 0.6 mi 5.9
ESE HOMEBOUND Stuart 0.8 mi
MARTIN S.A.I.L.S Stuart 0.8 mi
SPECTRUM ACADEMY Stuart 1.0 mi 4.2
STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Stuart 1.2 mi 5.8
J. D. PARKER SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Stuart 1.2 mi 5.6
THE OAKS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Stuart 1.4 mi
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stuart 1.3 mi 7.4
BESSEY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm City 1.6 mi 8.5
PALM CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm City 2.1 mi 8.4
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stuart 2.2 mi 5.5
WILLOUGHBY LEARNING CENTER Stuart 2.8 mi 4.5
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart 2.9 mi 5.7
HIDDEN OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm City 2.8 mi 7.6
FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart 3.2 mi 7.6
PORT SALERNO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart 3.5 mi 4.2
CLARK ADVANCED LEARNING CENTER Stuart 3.7 mi 7.5
INDIANTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Stuart 3.7 mi
JENSEN BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jensen Beach 4.0 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34994 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,895

Median Home Value

$248,900

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

18,318

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

50.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Dora, FL 7.6
MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF OCALA Ocala, FL 7.6
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Miami, FL 7.6
SAFETY HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Clearwater, FL 7.6
THE HOPE CHARTER CENTER FOR AUTISM Stuart, FL 7.6
THE MASTERS ACADEMY Southwest Ranches, FL 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridges Montessori

What grades does Bridges Montessori serve?

Bridges Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bridges Montessori?

Bridges Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridges Montessori?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridges Montessori is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bridges Montessori rank in FL?

Bridges Montessori ranks #209 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Bridges Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridges Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bridges Montessori a private school?

Yes, Bridges 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 Bridges Montessori a religious school?

No, Bridges Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
68
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Martin County

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