Average
#535 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 37% of private schools
Montessori Tides
Elementary School
1550 PENMAN RD, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#535 of 1,462
In Jacksonville Beach
#3 of 4
public schools
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Montessori Tides
Elementary School in Jacksonville Beach · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Tides
Montessori Tides is a private elementary school in Jacksonville Beach, FL. Montessori Tides serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 3.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Tides has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Montessori Tides 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 3.1:1 students to teachers, Montessori Tides sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Tides 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 Montessori Tides compares to the 4 public schools in Jacksonville Beach, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Jacksonville Beach
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Tides (this school) | 6.8 |
| SAN PABLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| DUNCAN U. FLETCHER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| JACKSONVILLE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| SEABREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
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
1550 PENMAN RD, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Tides may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ATLANTIC BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Atlantic Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEPTUNE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Neptune Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JACKSONVILLE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville Beach, see our Jacksonville Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN PABLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| DUNCAN U. FLETCHER HIGH SCHOOL Neptune Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DUNCAN U. FLETCHER MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF JACKSONVILLE BEACHES CAMPUS Jacksonville Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BEACHES CHAPEL SCHOOL Neptune Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| THE NOBLE SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| NEPTUNE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Neptune Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| THE DISCOVERY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL - JACKSONVILLE BEACH Jacksonville Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| JACKSONVILLE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| NEW LEAF SCHOOL FOR CHANGE Neptune Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| ATLANTIC BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Atlantic Beach | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| SEABREEZE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville Beach | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| THE DEPAUL SCHOOL OF NE FLORIDA Jacksonville | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| THE FOUNDATION ACADEMY Jacksonville | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| ALIMACANI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| RIVER CITY SCIENCE ACADEMY INTRACOASTAL Jacksonville | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Jacksonville | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| AMIKIDS JACKSONVILLE Jacksonville | 3.5 mi | — |
| MAYPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Atlantic Beach | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,553
Median Home Value
$526,000
Median Rent
$1,805/mo
Population
28,738
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
68.7%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
43.7
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| APPLE TREE MONTESSORI Southwest Ranches, FL | 6.8 |
| PALM BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Palm Beach, FL | 6.8 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa, FL | 6.8 |
| AEF - WESTHAM ACADEMY Davie, FL | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EAST ORLANDO Orlando, FL | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Tides
What grades does Montessori Tides serve?
Montessori Tides serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori Tides?
Montessori Tides has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Tides?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Tides is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Tides rank in FL?
Montessori Tides ranks #535 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Montessori Tides's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Tides has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Tides a private school?
Yes, Montessori Tides 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 Tides a religious school?
No, Montessori Tides is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- (904) 241-1139
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