Very Good
#72 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 10% of private schools
Montessori Private Academy
School
8101 SAYER RD, Rockford, IL 61108
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#72 of 716
In Rockford
#3 of 16
public schools
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Montessori Private Academy
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About Montessori Private Academy
Montessori Private Academy is a private school in Rockford, IL. Montessori Private Academy serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Private Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Montessori Private Academy 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, Montessori Private Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Private Academy 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 Montessori Private Academy compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Rockford, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Private Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Gregory Elem School | 3.5 |
| Brookview Elem School | 5.1 |
| Guilford High School | 6.5 |
| Rolling Green | 3.7 |
| Swan Hillman Elem School | 5.6 |
| Spring Creek Elem School | 6.0 |
| Fairview Early Childhood Center | 4.6 |
| Maud E Johnson Elem School | 3.6 |
| Montessori Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Whitehead Elem School | 4.0 |
| Rockford East High School | 4.8 |
| Bernard W Flinn Middle School | 2.9 |
| Eisenhower Middle School | 3.6 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School | 4.0 |
| Jefferson High School | 4.4 |
| Clifford P Carlson Elem School | 5.2 |
| Wm Nashold Early Childhood Center | 4.7 |
| Arthur Froberg Elem School | 4.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Middle School | 3.7 |
Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Rockford
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
8101 SAYER RD, Rockford, IL 61108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Private Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN (rated 7.6/10, 5.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ROCKFORD IQRA' SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROCKFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Rockford | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School Rockford | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST RITA SCHOOL Rockford | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| ROCKFORD IQRA' SCHOOL Rockford | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Gregory Elem School Rockford | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| ALPINE ACADEMY Rockford | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Guilford High School Rockford | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Brookview Elem School Rockford | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Spring Creek Elem School Rockford | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ROCKFORD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Rockford | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockford | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Rolling Green Rockford | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Swan Hillman Elem School Rockford | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Maud E Johnson Elem School Rockford | 4.3 mi | 3.6 |
| NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN Rockford | 5.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Fairview Early Childhood Center Rockford | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Montessori Elementary School Rockford | 4.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ROCKFORD LUTHERAN SCHOOL - JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Rockford | 5.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Eisenhower Middle School Rockford | 4.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Whitehead Elem School Rockford | 4.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,046
Median Home Value
$128,300
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
30,202
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
39.7
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|---|---|
| LT JOSEPH P KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Tinley Park, IL | 7.9 |
| CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton, IL | 8.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aurora, IL | 7.8 |
| NORTH LOVE CHRISTIAN Rockford, IL | 7.6 |
| THE WINSTON KNOLLS SCHOOL Hoffman Estates, IL | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Private Academy
What grades does Montessori Private Academy serve?
Montessori Private Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Montessori Private Academy?
Montessori Private Academy has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Private Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Private Academy is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Private Academy rank in IL?
Montessori Private Academy ranks #72 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Montessori Private Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Private Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Private Academy a private school?
Yes, Montessori Private Academy 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 Montessori Private Academy a religious school?
No, Montessori Private Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Winnebago County
- Phone
- (815) 332-8101
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