Very Good
#93 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 6% of private schools
Emerging Minds Montessori Academy
Elementary School
9087 GLADES RD, Boca Raton, FL 33434
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#93 of 1,462
In Boca Raton
#3 of 24
public schools
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Emerging Minds Montessori Academy
Elementary School in Boca Raton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Emerging Minds Montessori Academy
Emerging Minds Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Boca Raton, FL. Emerging Minds Montessori Academy serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerging Minds Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 71 students, Emerging Minds Montessori Academy 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Emerging Minds Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Emerging Minds Montessori Academy 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 Emerging Minds Montessori Academy compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Boca Raton, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emerging Minds Montessori Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| OLYMPUS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY | 7.1 |
| DEL PRADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| SANDPIPER SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| HAMMOCK POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| CORAL SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| EAGLES LANDING MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| VERDE K-8 | 8.2 |
| SUNRISE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| LOGGERS' RUN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| OMNI MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| SPANISH RIVER COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| WATERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| DON ESTRIDGE HIGH TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 9.3 |
| BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY | 9.3 |
| CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.4 |
| BOCA RATON COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| A.D. HENDERSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL & FAU HIGH SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| J. C. MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Boca Raton
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.
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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
9087 GLADES RD, Boca Raton, FL 33434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerging Minds Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNRISE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORAL SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boca Raton, see our Boca Raton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,480
Median Home Value
$379,300
Median Rent
$1,500/mo
Population
21,805
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
62.9
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| FOREIGN LANGUAGE IMMERSION SCHOOL Celebration, FL | 7.9 |
| MIRACLES IN ME ACADEMY Tallahassee, FL | 7.9 |
| PUZZLE BOX ACADEMY Palm Bay, FL | 7.9 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY CONTINENTAL Miami, FL | 7.9 |
| SUNCOAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 7.9 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocoee, FL | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerging Minds Montessori Academy
What grades does Emerging Minds Montessori Academy serve?
Emerging Minds Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Emerging Minds Montessori Academy?
Emerging Minds Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerging Minds Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerging Minds Montessori Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Emerging Minds Montessori Academy rank in FL?
Emerging Minds Montessori Academy ranks #93 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Emerging Minds Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerging Minds Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Emerging Minds Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Emerging Minds Montessori Academy 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 Emerging Minds Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Emerging Minds Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 71
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 487-3535
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