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La Casa Montessori School

Elementary School

608 HARRISON ST, Oak Park, IL 60304

Private

Enrollment

21

Student-Teacher

2.6:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About La Casa Montessori School

La Casa Montessori School is an private elementary school in Oak Park, IL 60304. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $132,841, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 21 students, La Casa Montessori School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 2.6:1, La Casa Montessori School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, La Casa Montessori School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How La Casa Montessori School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Oak Park, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.6:1
This School
vs
12.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
21
This School
vs
464
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 28.6% vs 0%
Black 4.8% vs 0%
La Casa Montessori School Oak Park Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
La Casa Montessori School (this school)
Longfellow Elem School 7.0
Abraham Lincoln Elem School 9.0
Irving Elem School 6.1
William Beye Elem School 7.2
Oliver W Holmes Elem School 7.6
Whittier Elem School 9.5
Horace Mann Elem School 8.7
William Hatch Elem School 6.2

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

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
21 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.6:1
Address
608 HARRISON ST, Oak Park, IL 60304
Phone
(773) 495-9615
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in IL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.7%
Hispanic 28.6%
Black 4.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

608 HARRISON ST, Oak Park, IL 60304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering La Casa Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abraham Lincoln Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away). Another option is CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Berwyn). Additionally, THE FIELD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Oak Park, see our Oak Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park 0.3 mi 4.6
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park 0.3 mi
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Oak Park 0.4 mi 9.0
Longfellow Elem School Oak Park 0.4 mi 7.0
Irving Elem School Oak Park 0.5 mi 6.1
FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Oak Park 0.6 mi 6.2
Percy Julian Middle School Oak Park 0.7 mi 8.8
INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Oak Park 0.8 mi
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park 0.8 mi 8.6
CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF OAK PARK Berwyn 0.8 mi 7.7
Prairie Oak School Berwyn 0.9 mi 7.3
Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn 0.9 mi 5.0
Lincoln Middle School Berwyn 1.1 mi 5.6
ST CATHERINE SIENA-ST LUCY SCHOOL Oak Park 0.9 mi 4.6
Warren Park School Cicero 0.9 mi 6.9
Oak Park & River Forest High Sch Oak Park 1.2 mi 8.7
THE FIELD SCHOOL Oak Park 1.2 mi 7.5
LITTLE FOLKS COTTAGE DAYCARE & NURSERY Chicago 1.0 mi
Jefferson Elem School Berwyn 1.2 mi 3.9
ST FRANCES OF ROME Cicero 1.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,841

Median Home Value

$470,100

Median Rent

$1,279/mo

Population

17,218

College Educated

73.3%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

39.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding La Casa Montessori School has a median household income of $132,841. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $470,100, with a median rent of $1,279/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about La Casa Montessori School

What grades does La Casa Montessori School serve?

La Casa Montessori School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend La Casa Montessori School?

La Casa Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at La Casa Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at La Casa Montessori School is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is La Casa Montessori School a private school?

Yes, La Casa 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 La Casa Montessori School a religious school?

No, La Casa Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,941/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Oak Park). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
21
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
138 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
COOK
Data Year
2022–2023

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