Very Good
#158 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 22% of private schools
Brickton Montessori School
Elementary School
8622 W CATALPA AVE, Chicago, IL 60656
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#158 of 716
In Chicago
#53 of 162
public schools
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Brickton Montessori School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brickton Montessori School
Brickton Montessori School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Brickton Montessori School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brickton Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Brickton 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Brickton Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brickton 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 Brickton Montessori School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brickton Montessori School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Dirksen Elem School | 7.0 |
| Oriole Park Elem School | 6.9 |
| Edison Park Elem School | 6.3 |
| Norwood Park Elem School | 7.8 |
| Canty Elem School | 7.3 |
| Ebinger Elem School | 8.6 |
| Garvy J Elem School | 6.4 |
| Taft High School | 7.7 |
| Beard Elem School | 8.6 |
| Onahan Elem School | 5.8 |
| Stock Early Childhood Center | 7.2 |
| Dever Elem School | 5.2 |
| Bridge Elem School | 6.3 |
| Hitch Elem School | 5.9 |
| Smyser Elem School | 5.2 |
| Prussing Elem School | 5.4 |
| Wildwood Elem School | 8.2 |
| Farnsworth Elem School | 7.4 |
| Thorp O A Elem Scholastic Acad | 6.6 |
| Locke J Elem School | 5.5 |
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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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8622 W CATALPA AVE, Chicago, IL 60656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brickton Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Washington Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Theodore Roosevelt Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Canty Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dirksen Elem School Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Pennoyer Elem School Norridge | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST SAVA ACADEMY Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| J Leigh Elem School Norridge | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PAUL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Maine South High School Park Ridge | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| George Washington Elem School Park Ridge | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Washington Elem School Schiller Park | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Rosemont Elem School Rosemont | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Oriole Park Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Edison Park Elem School Chicago | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Ridgewood Comm High School Norridge | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Canty Elem School Chicago | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| J Giles Elem School Norridge | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,000
Median Home Value
$344,400
Median Rent
$1,388/mo
Population
28,726
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
41.6
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| Dalzell Grade School Dalzell, IL | 7.3 |
| ASP2 STEAM ACADEMY INC Belleville, IL | 7.2 |
| Adams Elem School Lincoln, IL | 7.2 |
| CORAM DEO CLASSICAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon, IL | 7.2 |
| RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Aurora, IL | 7.2 |
| ST PHILIP LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brickton Montessori School
What grades does Brickton Montessori School serve?
Brickton Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Brickton Montessori School?
Brickton Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brickton Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brickton Montessori School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brickton Montessori School rank in IL?
Brickton Montessori School ranks #158 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Brickton Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brickton Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brickton Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Brickton 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 Brickton Montessori School a religious school?
No, Brickton 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
- 42
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 714-0646
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