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#323 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 22% of private schools

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay

Elementary School

1901 W WATERS AVE, Tampa, FL 33604

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#323 of 1,462

In Tampa

#13 of 54

public schools

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About Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay is a private elementary school in Tampa, FL. Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.7 pts above FL schools

7.3

This school 7.3 · Very Good
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 65 students, Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay 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 Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay compares to 113 public schools serving similar grades in Tampa, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.3:1

This School

15.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

497

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.3

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 46.2% vs 0%

Black 23.1% vs 0%

Asian 10.8% vs 0%

White 9.2% vs 0%

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay Tampa Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay (this school)	—	65	9.3:1	7.3
CAMINITI EXCEPTIONAL CENTER	0.6 mi	70	3.9:1	3.8
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	555	23.1:1	3.1
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	689	13.2:1	5.4
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	826	19.7:1	5.2
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY	1.6 mi	127	21.2:1	4.1
EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	490	18.1:1	6.4
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	195	10.8:1	6.0
SULPHUR SPRINGS K-8 SCHOOL	1.9 mi	623	17.8:1	5.0
SEMINOLE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	345	11.9:1	6.6
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	687	15.6:1	5.3
MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	542	18.1:1	5.6
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL	2.2 mi	715	12.8:1	7.8
CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	774	16.5:1	7.3
IDEA VICTORY	2.5 mi	1,025	32:1	—
TRINITY SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN	2.7 mi	903	18.8:1	7.1
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS	2.7 mi	167	7.3:1	5.0
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	664	15.1:1	5.5
BROWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	222	12.3:1	5.1
DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL	2.8 mi	829	15.9:1	5.8
WALTON ACADEMY	2.8 mi	150	13.6:1	7.0

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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

A- 7.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,209

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 70%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.9 / 10

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Enrollment 65

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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)

Hispanic 46.2%

Black 23.1%

Asian 10.8%

Two or More 10.8%

White 9.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1901 W WATERS AVE, Tampa, FL 33604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SEMINOLE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NORTH TAMPA SUCCESS CENTER Tampa	0.5 mi	124	4.3
CAMINITI EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa	0.6 mi	70	3.8
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	0.6 mi	555	3.1
CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL Tampa	1.0 mi	1,234	3.6
THE BROACH SCHOOL OF TAMPA Tampa	1.1 mi	79	6.0
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa	1.4 mi	533	2.1
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.5 mi	826	5.2
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.5 mi	689	5.4
MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa	1.6 mi	66	4.8
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa	1.6 mi	127	4.1
MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa	1.7 mi	74	7.5
EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.7 mi	490	6.4
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	1.8 mi	195	6.0
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.2 mi	687	5.3
SULPHUR SPRINGS K-8 SCHOOL Tampa	1.9 mi	623	5.0
MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.2 mi	542	5.6
BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa	2.1 mi	593	8.2
SEMINOLE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.1 mi	345	6.6
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa	2.2 mi	715	7.8
IDEA VICTORY Tampa	2.5 mi	1,025	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,988

Median Home Value

$264,900

Median Rent

$1,326/mo

Population

39,411

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

55.5%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

20.7%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay

What grades does Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay serve?

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay?

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay?

The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay rank in FL?

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay ranks #323 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay's MySchoolScout rating?

Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay a private school?

Yes, Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay 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 Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay a religious school?

No, Montessori Academy of Tampa Bay is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 36 Some Transit
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 65
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 186 days
Setting: Large City
County: Hillsborough County
Phone: (813) 985-7829

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