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Metro East Montessori School
Elementary School
4405 STATE ROUTE 162, Granite City, IL 62040
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Metro East Montessori School
Elementary School in Granite City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Grigsby Intermediate School
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About Metro East Montessori School
Metro East Montessori School is a private elementary school in Granite City, IL. Metro East Montessori School serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, Metro East 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 6:1 students to teachers, Metro East Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Metro East 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 Metro East Montessori School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Granite City, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Metro East Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Grigsby Intermediate School | 6.5 |
| Maryville Elem School | 3.0 |
| Wilson Elem School | 1.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Frohardt Elem School | 2.9 |
| Prather Elementary School | 2.6 |
| Venice Elem School | 7.0 |
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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 4405 STATE ROUTE 162, Granite City, IL 62040
- Phone
- (618) 931-2508
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4405 STATE ROUTE 162, Granite City, IL 62040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Metro East Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Collinsville). Another option is Bernard Long Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Madison). Additionally, SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Collinsville). For more schools in Granite City, see our Granite City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grigsby Intermediate School Granite City | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Mitchell Elementary School Granite City | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite City | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Maryville Elem School Granite City | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Granite City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Wilson Elem School Granite City | 2.6 mi | 1.9 |
| Frohardt Elem School Granite City | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| RIVERS OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granite City | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Coolidge Junior High Sch Granite City | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Granite City High School Granite City | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Kreitner Elem School Collinsville | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Collinsville Middle School Collinsville | 4.9 mi | 4.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Collinsville | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Summit Elementary School Collinsville | 4.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Jefferson Elem School Collinsville | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Glen Carbon Elem School Glen Carbon | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Bernard Long Elem Sch Madison | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Collinsville | 5.5 mi | 7.2 |
| John A Renfro Elementary School Collinsville | 5.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Collinsville High School Collinsville | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,558
Median Home Value
$106,600
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
40,365
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
39.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Metro East Montessori School
What grades does Metro East Montessori School serve?
Metro East Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Metro East Montessori School?
Metro East Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Metro East Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Metro East Montessori School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Metro East Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Metro East 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 Metro East Montessori School a religious school?
No, Metro East Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (618) 931-2508
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