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#20 of 433 private schools in GA

Top 4% of private schools

Montessori at Vickery

Elementary School

6285 POST RD, Cumming, GA 30040

Private

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

5.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#20 of 433

In Cumming

#2 of 11

public schools

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Montessori at Vickery

8.3/10

Elementary School in Cumming · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Vickery Creek Elementary School

7.6/10

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6.9/10

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About Montessori at Vickery

Montessori at Vickery is a private elementary school in Cumming, GA. Montessori at Vickery serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori at Vickery has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares1.8 pts above GA schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 52 students, Montessori at Vickery 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Montessori at Vickery sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Montessori at Vickery 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 at Vickery compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Cumming, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
52
This School
vs
1,046
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 48.1% vs 0%
Asian 40.4% vs 0%
Black 5.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.8% vs 0%
Montessori at Vickery Cumming Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Montessori at Vickery (this school) 8.3
Vickery Creek Elementary School 7.6
Shiloh Point Elementary 8.0
George W. Whitlow Elementary 8.5
Kelly Mill Elementary 8.0
Big Creek Elementary School 9.0
Sawnee Elementary School 6.8
Daves Creek Elementary School 8.5
Cumming Elementary School 5.8
Brookwood Elementary 8.4
Mashburn Elementary School 7.7
Haw Creek Elementary 8.6
Poole's Mill Elementary 7.9
Matt Elementary School 7.5
Chattahoochee Elementary School 7.3
Coal Mountain Elementary School 7.3
Silver City Elementary School 7.3

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 GA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 52
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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 GA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 48.1%
Asian 40.4%
Black 5.8%
Hispanic 5.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6285 POST RD, Cumming, GA 30040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montessori at Vickery may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midway Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Alpharetta), with a very similar rating. Another option is George W. Whitlow Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brandywine Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Alpharetta), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cumming, see our Cumming schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Vickery Creek Elementary School Cumming 0.1 mi 7.6
Vickery Creek Middle School Cumming 0.2 mi 6.9
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming 0.9 mi 5.3
Midway Elementary School Alpharetta 1.3 mi 8.6
Denmark High School Alpharetta 2.0 mi 6.8
West Forsyth High School Cumming 2.5 mi 6.4
New Hope Elementary School Comming 2.4 mi 7.1
PARKWAY PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Cumming 2.6 mi
MILTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT KELLY MILL Cumming 2.9 mi
DeSana Middle School Alpharetta 3.3 mi 7.8
Brandywine Elementary School Alpharetta 3.2 mi 8.3
Hendricks Middle School Cumming 3.3 mi 7.6
Piney Grove Middle School Cumming 3.3 mi 8.1
Shiloh Point Elementary Cumming 3.5 mi 8.0
South Forsyth High School Cumming 3.5 mi 7.4
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming 3.6 mi
George W. Whitlow Elementary Cumming 3.6 mi 8.5
Kelly Mill Elementary Cumming 3.9 mi 8.0
PINECREST ACADEMY Cumming 4.1 mi 7.4
FIDELES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cumming 3.9 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,028

Median Home Value

$474,400

Median Rent

$1,883/mo

Population

79,580

College Educated

55.5%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.1

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PORTER ACADEMY Roswell, GA 7.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montessori at Vickery

What grades does Montessori at Vickery serve?

Montessori at Vickery serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Montessori at Vickery?

Montessori at Vickery has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori at Vickery?

The student-teacher ratio at Montessori at Vickery is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Montessori at Vickery rank in GA?

Montessori at Vickery ranks #20 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Montessori at Vickery's MySchoolScout rating?

Montessori at Vickery has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Montessori at Vickery a private school?

Yes, Montessori at Vickery 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 at Vickery a religious school?

No, Montessori at Vickery is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
200 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Forsyth County

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