Excellent
#52 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 7% of private schools
Intercultural Montessori Language School
Elementary School
114 S RACINE AVE, Chicago, IL 60607
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#52 of 716
In Chicago
#20 of 162
public schools
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Intercultural Montessori Language School
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Intercultural Montessori Language School
Intercultural Montessori Language School is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Intercultural Montessori Language School serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Intercultural Montessori Language School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 118 students, Intercultural Montessori Language 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 9:1 students to teachers, Intercultural Montessori Language School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Intercultural Montessori Language 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 Intercultural Montessori Language School compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Intercultural Montessori Language School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Young Magnet High School | 9.3 |
| Chicago World Language Academy | 5.8 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd | 7.9 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center | — |
| Brown W Elem School | 5.6 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem | 9.2 |
| Otis Elem School | 4.3 |
| Smyth J Elem School | 5.6 |
| Suder Montessori Elem Magnet Schl | 3.0 |
| Dett Elem School | 3.0 |
| Talcott Elem School | 5.0 |
| Irving Elem School | 3.4 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy | 4.9 |
| Jungman Elem School | 7.5 |
| Acero Chtr - Bartolome de las | 6.5 |
| Mitchell Elem School | 8.4 |
| IYC Chicago | — |
| Perez Elem School | 5.9 |
| Cooper Elem Dual Language Academy | 7.2 |
| South Loop Elem School | 6.6 |
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
114 S RACINE AVE, Chicago, IL 60607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Intercultural Montessori Language School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEM Magnet Academy Elem (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is URBAN PRAIRIE (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Chicago World Language Academy Chicago | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT WEST LOOP Chicago | 0.4 mi | — |
| Young Magnet High School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center Chicago | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Chicago | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem Chicago | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Otis Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Ogden Int High School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Smyth J Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Chicago Technology Academy HS Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ESPERANZA THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| URBAN PRAIRIE Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,307
Median Home Value
$494,300
Median Rent
$2,333/mo
Population
30,197
College Educated
80.9%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Intercultural Montessori Language School
What grades does Intercultural Montessori Language School serve?
Intercultural Montessori Language School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Intercultural Montessori Language School?
Intercultural Montessori Language School has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Intercultural Montessori Language School?
The student-teacher ratio at Intercultural Montessori Language School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Intercultural Montessori Language School rank in IL?
Intercultural Montessori Language School ranks #52 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Intercultural Montessori Language School's MySchoolScout rating?
Intercultural Montessori Language School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Intercultural Montessori Language School a private school?
Yes, Intercultural Montessori Language 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 Intercultural Montessori Language School a religious school?
No, Intercultural Montessori Language School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 118
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 265-1514
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