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#29 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 34% of private schools
Pioneer Montessori School
Elementary School
211 2ND AVE N, Ketchum, ID 83340
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Pioneer Montessori School
Elementary School in Ketchum · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pioneer Montessori School
Pioneer Montessori School is a private elementary school in Ketchum, ID. Pioneer Montessori School serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 44 students, Pioneer Montessori School 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Pioneer Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pioneer Montessori School 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 Pioneer Montessori School compares to the 1 public school in Ketchum, ID
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ketchum
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pioneer Montessori School (this school) | 6.8 |
| ERNEST HEMINGWAY STEAM SCHOOL | 8.7 |
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 ID.
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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 ID
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
211 2ND AVE N, Ketchum, ID 83340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYRINGA MOUNTAIN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Hailey), which scores notably higher. Another option is ERNEST HEMINGWAY STEAM SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMAS COUNTY ELEM/JR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 31.2 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ketchum, see our Ketchum schools guide .
Nearby Schools
14 within 33.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ERNEST HEMINGWAY STEAM SCHOOL Ketchum | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL-ELEMENTARY Sun Valley | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL-UPPER Sun Valley | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| WOOD RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hailey | 10.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hailey | 11.5 mi | 5.4 |
| WOOD RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Hailey | 11.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SILVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Hailey | 11.8 mi | 5.3 |
| THE SAGE SCHOOL Hailey | 12.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hailey | 13.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SYRINGA MOUNTAIN CHARTER SCHOOL Hailey | 14.0 mi | 9.0 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMAS COUNTY ELEM/JR HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield | 31.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CAMAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield | 31.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CAREY PUBLIC SCHOOL Carey | 33.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,650
Median Home Value
$860,400
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
5,379
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
75.4%
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
53.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEEP CREEK MENNONITE SCHOOL Buhl, ID | 6.8 |
| ACORN LEARNING CENTER Twin Falls, ID | 6.7 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Nampa, ID | 6.7 |
| CHERRY GULCH Emmett, ID | 7.0 |
| KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise, ID | 7.0 |
| BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY Boise, ID | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer Montessori School
What grades does Pioneer Montessori School serve?
Pioneer Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Pioneer Montessori School?
Pioneer Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Montessori School is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pioneer Montessori School rank in ID?
Pioneer Montessori School ranks #29 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Pioneer Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer Montessori School 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 Pioneer Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Pioneer Montessori School 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 Pioneer Montessori School a religious school?
No, Pioneer Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 44
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Blaine County
- Phone
- (208) 726-9060
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