Very Good
#212 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 14% of private schools
Safety Harbor Montessori Academy
Elementary School
2669 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Clearwater, FL 33761
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#212 of 1,462
In Clearwater
#4 of 18
public schools
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Safety Harbor Montessori Academy
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About Safety Harbor Montessori Academy
Safety Harbor Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Clearwater, FL. Safety Harbor Montessori Academy serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Safety Harbor Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Safety Harbor 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 2.8:1 students to teachers, Safety Harbor Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor Montessori Academy compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Clearwater, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Safety Harbor Montessori Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| CHI CHI RODRIQUEZ ACADEMY | 5.1 |
| MCMULLEN-BOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| PAUL B. STEPHENS ESE CENTER | 5.7 |
| ATHENIAN ACADEMY | 4.6 |
| EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND | 4.8 |
| PINELLAS TELESCHOOL | 3.0 |
| PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER | 6.9 |
| CLEARWATER FUNDAMENTAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL | 9.6 |
| SANDY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| CALVIN A. HUNSINGER SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION | 4.5 |
| BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.3 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Clearwater
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
2669 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, Clearwater, FL 33761
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Safety Harbor Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAFETY HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Safety Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is OLDSMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Oldsmar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,839
Median Home Value
$271,100
Median Rent
$1,711/mo
Population
18,399
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
53.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIDGES MONTESSORI Stuart, FL | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.6 |
| ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Panama City, FL | 7.6 |
| THE HOPE CHARTER CENTER FOR AUTISM Stuart, FL | 7.6 |
| THE MASTERS ACADEMY Southwest Ranches, FL | 7.6 |
| TURTLE RIVER MONTESSORI Jupiter, FL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Safety Harbor Montessori Academy
What grades does Safety Harbor Montessori Academy serve?
Safety Harbor Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Safety Harbor Montessori Academy?
Safety Harbor Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Safety Harbor Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Safety Harbor Montessori Academy is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Safety Harbor Montessori Academy rank in FL?
Safety Harbor Montessori Academy ranks #212 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Safety Harbor Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Safety Harbor Montessori Academy 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 Safety Harbor Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Safety Harbor 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 Safety Harbor Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Safety Harbor 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
- 95
- Gender Split
- 95% M / 5% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 724-1767
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