Excellent
#6 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 1% of private schools
Alcuin Montessori School
Elementary School
324 N OAK PARK AVE, Oak Park, IL 60302
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#6 of 716
In Oak Park
#1 of 5
public schools
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Alcuin Montessori School
Elementary School in Oak Park · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alcuin Montessori School
Alcuin Montessori School is a private elementary school in Oak Park, IL. Alcuin Montessori School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Alcuin Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Alcuin 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 5:1 students to teachers, Alcuin Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Alcuin 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 Alcuin Montessori School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Oak Park, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcuin Montessori School (this school) | 8.9 |
| Oliver W Holmes Elem School | 8.1 |
| William Beye Elem School | 8.1 |
| Horace Mann Elem School | 8.9 |
| Whittier Elem School | 7.6 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School | 6.8 |
| Percy Julian Middle School | 8.0 |
| William Hatch Elem School | 7.7 |
| Longfellow Elem School | 7.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elem School | 7.9 |
| Irving Elem School | 7.4 |
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
324 N OAK PARK AVE, Oak Park, IL 60302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alcuin Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Horace Mann Elem School (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Oliver W Holmes Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, William Beye Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oak Park, see our Oak Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Oak Park & River Forest High Sch Oak Park | 0.3 mi | 9.5 |
| THE FIELD SCHOOL Oak Park | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park | 0.6 mi | — |
| Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| William Beye Elem School Oak Park | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Oak Park | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Oak Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Whittier Elem School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Percy Julian Middle School Oak Park | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL River Forest | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| William Hatch Elem School Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| CONCORDIA UNIV EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER River Forest | 0.9 mi | — |
| Roosevelt School River Forest | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| LA CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| Longfellow Elem School Oak Park | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ST CATHERINE SIENA-ST LUCY SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Sayre Elem Language Academy Chicago | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL River Forest | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,414
Median Home Value
$450,700
Median Rent
$1,348/mo
Population
32,589
College Educated
71.3%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Akin Comm Cons Elem School Akin, IL | 8.9 |
| Kings Elementary School Kings, IL | 8.9 |
| Hollywood Elem School Brookfield, IL | 8.8 |
| Ste Marie Elem School Sainte Marie, IL | 8.8 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights, IL | 8.7 |
| Williamsfield Elem School Williamsfield, IL | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alcuin Montessori School
What grades does Alcuin Montessori School serve?
Alcuin Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Alcuin Montessori School?
Alcuin Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alcuin Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alcuin Montessori School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Alcuin Montessori School rank in IL?
Alcuin Montessori School ranks #6 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Alcuin Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alcuin Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alcuin Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Alcuin 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 Alcuin Montessori School a religious school?
No, Alcuin Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 88% M / 12% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 197 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 366-1882
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