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#318 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 44% of private schools
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
Elementary School
9300 CAPITOL DR, Wheeling, IL 60090
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#318 of 716
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Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
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About Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School is a private elementary school in Wheeling, IL. Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Alexander Graham Bell 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.
Alexander Graham Bell 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 Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Wheeling, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Mark Twain Elem School | 6.1 |
| Oliver W Holmes Middle School | 5.7 |
| Walt Whitman Elem School | 6.5 |
| Jack London Middle School | 6.0 |
| Booth Tarkington Elem School | 6.1 |
| Eugene Field Elem School | 5.5 |
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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9300 CAPITOL DR, Wheeling, IL 60090
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Betsy Ross Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Prospect Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Indian Grove Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Prospect), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Trails School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mt. Prospect), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Prospect Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| LITERKI LEARNING CARE CENTER INC. Wheeling | 1.3 mi | — |
| Indian Grove Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Oliver W Holmes Middle School Wheeling | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Walt Whitman Elem School Wheeling | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| River Trails Middle School Mount Prospect | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Euclid Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Mark Twain Elem School Wheeling | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Prairie Trails School Mt. Prospect | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Wheeling High School Wheeling | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Wood Oaks Jr High School Northbrook | 2.0 mi | 9.7 |
| GERTRUGE B NIELSEN CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Northbrook | 1.8 mi | — |
| POKO LOKO CHILD CARE CENTER Wheeling | 2.0 mi | — |
| Anne Sullivan Elem School Prospect Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Betsy Ross Elem School Prospect Heights | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| MacArthur Middle School Prospect Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Des Plaines | 2.7 mi | — |
| Jack London Middle School Wheeling | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,449
Median Home Value
$243,500
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
38,340
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
What grades does Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School serve?
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School?
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School rank in IL?
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School ranks #318 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Alexander Graham Bell 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 Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School a religious school?
No, Alexander Graham Bell 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
- 63
- Gender Split
- 22% M / 78% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 241 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 850-5490
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