Excellent
#10 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 1% of private schools
Millhopper Montessori School
Elementary School
8505 NW 39TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32606
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#10 of 1,462
In Gainesville
#1 of 11
public schools
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Millhopper Montessori School
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About Millhopper Montessori School
Millhopper Montessori School is a private elementary school in Gainesville, FL. Millhopper Montessori School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Millhopper Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Millhopper 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Millhopper Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Millhopper 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 Millhopper Montessori School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Gainesville, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Millhopper Montessori School (this school) | 8.8 |
| FORT CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| F. W. BUCHHOLZ HIGH SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| GLEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| C. W. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| KIMBALL WILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| MYRA TERWILLIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| KANAPAHA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| THE EINSTEIN SCHOOL INC. | 5.4 |
| STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| AMIKIDS | — |
| A.QUINN JONES CENTER | 5.0 |
| SIDNEY LANIER CENTER | 3.9 |
| P.K. YONGE DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Gainesville
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
8505 NW 39TH AVE, Gainesville, FL 32606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Millhopper Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is HEALTHY LEARNING ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Newberry), a more accessible option. Additionally, LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 4.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRILOGY SCHOOL Gainesville | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| FORT CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HIDDEN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. Gainesville | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Gainesville | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| F. W. BUCHHOLZ HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BRENTWOOD SCHOOL Gainesville | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| OAK HALL SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| WILLIAM S. TALBOT ELEM SCHOOL Gainesville | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| THE ROCK SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GAINESVILLE COUNTY DAY SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LAWTON M. CHILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| HEALTHY LEARNING ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Newberry | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| NEWBERRY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Gainesville | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LITTLEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| FLOWERS MONTESSORI Gainesville | 4.0 mi | — |
| THE ACADEMY AT THE FAMILY CHURCH Gainesville | 4.5 mi | — |
| WESTWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 4.2 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,888
Median Home Value
$319,300
Median Rent
$1,664/mo
Population
23,313
College Educated
59.5%
Homeownership
45.3%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
41
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| MAITLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Maitland, FL | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Millhopper Montessori School
What grades does Millhopper Montessori School serve?
Millhopper Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Millhopper Montessori School?
Millhopper Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Millhopper Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Millhopper Montessori School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Millhopper Montessori School rank in FL?
Millhopper Montessori School ranks #10 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Millhopper Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Millhopper Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Millhopper Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Millhopper Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Millhopper Montessori School a religious school?
Millhopper Montessori School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Alachua County
- Phone
- (132) 375-6773
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