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#157 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 22% of private schools

Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House

School

3S238 STATE ROUTE 59, Warrenville, IL 60555

Private

Enrollment

41

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#157 of 716

In Warrenville

#1 of 2

public schools

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Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House

7.3/10

School in Warrenville · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House

Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House is a private school in Warrenville, IL. Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.1 pts above IL schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 41 students, Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House 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

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How Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House compares to the 3 public schools in Warrenville, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
11.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
41
This School
vs
511
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.2% vs 0%
Black 14.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.2% vs 0%
Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House Warrenville Public Avg

All Schools in Warrenville

School Rating
Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House (this school) 7.3
Clifford Johnson School 7.9
Bower Elem School 7.7
Hubble Middle School 6.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,327.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 43%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Enrollment 41
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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)

White 73.2%
Black 14.6%
Hispanic 12.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3S238 STATE ROUTE 59, Warrenville, IL 60555

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House may also want to explore other schools in the area. NAPERVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH ROAD OF NAPERVILLE (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TURNING POINTE CN DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Naperville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Warrenville, see our Warrenville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF DUPAGE Warrenville 0.3 mi 6.6
Clifford Johnson School Warrenville 0.5 mi 7.9
Illinois Youth Center-Warrenville Naperville 0.9 mi
Bower Elem School Warrenville 1.7 mi 7.7
Thayer J Hill Middle School Naperville 2.2 mi 7.8
Longwood Elem School Naperville 2.3 mi 5.3
NAPERVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Naperville 2.2 mi 8.8
HIGH ROAD OF NAPERVILLE Naperville 2.4 mi 7.8
Brookdale Elementary School Naperville 2.3 mi 6.8
Currier Elementary School West Chicago 2.4 mi 6.0
Metea Valley High School Aurora 2.8 mi 9.0
Gary Elementary School West Chicago 3.3 mi 6.8
Early Learning Center West Chicago 3.3 mi 7.2
CREME DE LA CREME Warrenville 2.7 mi
Hubble Middle School Warrenville 2.6 mi 6.8
Leman Middle School West Chicago 3.5 mi 5.2
TURNING POINTE CN DAY SCHOOL Naperville 3.5 mi 6.6
Pioneer Elem School West Chicago 3.7 mi 6.0
CASA DEI BAMBINI Aurora 3.7 mi 5.5
Wheaton Warrenville South H S Wheaton 2.9 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60555 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,076

Median Home Value

$271,900

Median Rent

$1,757/mo

Population

14,758

College Educated

43.7%

Homeownership

75.8%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

37.3

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GRACE HOLISTIC CENTER FOR EDUCATION Yorkville, IL 6.9
CHILDS VOICE Wood Dale, IL 6.8
GREENFIELDS ACADEMY Chicago, IL 6.8
CHILREN'S HABILITATION CENTER Harvey, IL 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House

What grades does Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House serve?

Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House?

Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House?

The student-teacher ratio at Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House rank in IL?

Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House ranks #157 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House's MySchoolScout rating?

Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House 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 Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House a private school?

Yes, Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House 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 Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House a religious school?

No, Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
41
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County

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