Very Good
#27 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 17% of private schools
Montessori School of Iowa City
Elementary School
374 HOLIDAY RD, Coralville, IA 52241
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#27 of 157
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Montessori School of Iowa City
Elementary School in Coralville · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori School of Iowa City
Montessori School of Iowa City is a private elementary school in Coralville, IA. Montessori School of Iowa City serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 2:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori School of Iowa City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Montessori School of Iowa City 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 2:1 students to teachers, Montessori School of Iowa City sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori School of Iowa City 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 School of Iowa City compares to the 5 public schools in Coralville, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Coralville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori School of Iowa City (this school) | 7.4 |
| Kirkwood Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Wickham Elementary | 8.7 |
| Northwest Junior High School | 5.9 |
| Central Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Norman Borlaug Elementary School | 5.3 |
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 IA.
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 IA
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
374 HOLIDAY RD, Coralville, IA 52241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori School of Iowa City may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wickham Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Penn Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby North Liberty), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Iowa City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Coralville, see our Coralville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,508
Median Home Value
$286,000
Median Rent
$1,021/mo
Population
22,846
College Educated
57.3%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
33.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SPALDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton, IA | 7.9 |
| The Cougars Den Ackley, IA | 8.1 |
| NE IOWA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Decorah, IA | 6.6 |
| DES MOINES ADVENTIST SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 6.5 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Latimer, IA | 6.5 |
| DANBURY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Danbury, IA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori School of Iowa City
What grades does Montessori School of Iowa City serve?
Montessori School of Iowa City serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Montessori School of Iowa City?
Montessori School of Iowa City has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Iowa City?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Iowa City is 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 School of Iowa City rank in IA?
Montessori School of Iowa City ranks #27 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Montessori School of Iowa City's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori School of Iowa City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori School of Iowa City a private school?
Yes, Montessori School of Iowa City 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 School of Iowa City a religious school?
No, Montessori School of Iowa City is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Johnson County
- Phone
- (319) 338-9650
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