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#432 of 716 private schools in IL
Acarath Montessori Center
Elementary School
110 HILLCREST BLVD, Schaumburg, IL 60195
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#432 of 716
In Schaumburg
#3 of 5
public schools
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Acarath Montessori Center
Elementary School in Schaumburg · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Acarath Montessori Center
Acarath Montessori Center is a private elementary school in Schaumburg, IL. Acarath Montessori Center serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Acarath Montessori Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #432 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Acarath Montessori Center 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.
Acarath Montessori Center 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 Acarath Montessori Center compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Schaumburg, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acarath Montessori Center (this school) | 6.0 |
| Winston Churchill Elem School | 7.4 |
| Enders-Salk Elem School | 5.8 |
| The District 54 Early Lrning Ctr | 7.9 |
| Hoover Math and Science Academy | 8.2 |
| Everett Dirksen Elementary Sch | 7.4 |
| Michael Collins Elem School | 8.1 |
| Elizabeth Blackwell Elem School | 6.7 |
| Buzz Aldrin Elem School | 7.4 |
| Thomas Dooley Elem School | 9.0 |
| Campanelli Elem School | 8.7 |
| Nathan Hale Elem School | 8.2 |
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 IL.
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 IL
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
110 HILLCREST BLVD, Schaumburg, IL 60195
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acarath Montessori Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Prairie School (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Hoffman Estates), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hoffman Estates), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hunting Ridge Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Palatine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Schaumburg, see our Schaumburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SCHAUMBURG Schaumburg | 0.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln Prairie School Hoffman Estates | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower JHS Hoffman Estates | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Winston Churchill Elem School Schaumburg | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST HUBERT SCHOOL Hoffman Estates | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MacArthur Intrntl Spanish Acad Hoffman Estates | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Lakeview Elem School Hoffman Estates | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Fairview Elem School Hoffman Estates | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Helen Keller JHS Schaumburg | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Hoffman Estates High School Hoffman Estates | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| SCHAUMBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Schaumburg | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| J B Conant High School Hoffman Estates | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Enders-Salk Elem School Schaumburg | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Schaumburg | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Hoffman Estates | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Neil Armstrong Elem School Hoffman Estates | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| The District 54 Early Lrning Ctr Schaumburg | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Hunting Ridge Elem School Palatine | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Wm Fremd High School Palatine | 2.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Everett Dirksen Elementary Sch Schaumburg | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60195 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,116
Median Home Value
$239,900
Median Rent
$1,728/mo
Population
4,698
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LONG GROVE Long Grove, IL | 6.0 |
| PYTHAGORAS CHILDRENS ACADEMY Elmhurst, IL | 6.0 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Downers Grove, IL | 6.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okawville, IL | 5.9 |
| LUPINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockport, IL | 5.9 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nashville, IL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acarath Montessori Center
What grades does Acarath Montessori Center serve?
Acarath Montessori Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Acarath Montessori Center?
Acarath Montessori Center has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acarath Montessori Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Acarath Montessori Center is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Acarath Montessori Center rank in IL?
Acarath Montessori Center ranks #432 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Acarath Montessori Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Acarath Montessori Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Acarath Montessori Center a private school?
Yes, Acarath Montessori Center 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 Acarath Montessori Center a religious school?
No, Acarath Montessori Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 250 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 397-0111
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