Very Good
#213 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 15% of private schools
Turtle River Montessori
Elementary School
926 MAPLEWOOD DR, Jupiter, FL 33458
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#213 of 1,462
In Jupiter
#1 of 5
public schools
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Turtle River Montessori
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About Turtle River Montessori
Turtle River Montessori is a private elementary school in Jupiter, FL. Turtle River Montessori serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Turtle River Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Turtle River Montessori 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Turtle River Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Turtle River Montessori 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 Turtle River Montessori compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Jupiter, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Turtle River Montessori (this school) | 7.6 |
| JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| LIMESTONE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| JUPITER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| THE LEARNING ACADEMY AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE | 4.9 |
| LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| JUPITER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| JUPITER FARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
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
926 MAPLEWOOD DR, Jupiter, FL 33458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Turtle River Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIMESTONE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jupiter, see our Jupiter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,626
Median Home Value
$550,700
Median Rent
$2,090/mo
Population
55,969
College Educated
49.3%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
41.3
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| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Okeechobee, FL | 7.6 |
| SAFETY HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Clearwater, FL | 7.6 |
| ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Panama City, FL | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Palm Bay, FL | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Turtle River Montessori
What grades does Turtle River Montessori serve?
Turtle River Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Turtle River Montessori?
Turtle River Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Turtle River Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Turtle River Montessori is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Turtle River Montessori rank in FL?
Turtle River Montessori ranks #213 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Turtle River Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Turtle River Montessori 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 Turtle River Montessori a private school?
Yes, Turtle River Montessori 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 Turtle River Montessori a religious school?
No, Turtle River Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 745-1995
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