Very Good
#107 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 15% of private schools
Near North Montessori
Elementary School
1434 W DIVISION ST, Chicago, IL 60642
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#107 of 716
In Chicago
#40 of 162
public schools
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Near North Montessori
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About Near North Montessori
Near North Montessori is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Near North Montessori serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Near North Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Near North Montessori 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 Near North Montessori compares to 503 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Near North Montessori (this school) | 7.6 |
| Rowe Elementary | 4.1 |
| Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr | 4.7 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch | 8.8 |
| Burr Elem School | 8.1 |
| Pritzker Elem School | 8.8 |
| Otis Elem School | 4.3 |
| Talcott Elem School | 5.0 |
| Columbus Elem School | 6.0 |
| Drummond Elem School | 7.0 |
| Sabin Elem Magnet School | 3.2 |
| Skinner Elem School | 8.7 |
| Skinner North Elem Sch | 9.3 |
| De Diego Elem Community Academy | 4.2 |
| Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad | 5.3 |
| Mitchell Elem School | 8.4 |
| Manierre Elem School | 5.0 |
| Chopin Elem School | 3.3 |
| Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps | 8.2 |
| Mayer Elem School | 9.3 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center | — |
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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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1434 W DIVISION ST, Chicago, IL 60642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Near North Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pritzker Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHICAGO, LINCOLN P (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Chicago | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Rowe Elementary Chicago | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr Chicago | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Wells Community Academy HS Chicago | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Burr Elem School Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Ogden Int High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Otis Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| ESPERANZA THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Pritzker Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Talcott Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY LP: CHICAGO- LINCOLN PARK Chicago | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Drummond Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WOLCOTT SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHICAGO, LINCOLN P Chicago | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,179
Median Home Value
$604,200
Median Rent
$2,216/mo
Population
21,124
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
32.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
32.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr-Brighton Park Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 7.6 |
| Arbor View Elem School Glen Ellyn, IL | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Comm Grade School Cambridge, IL | 7.6 |
| Congress Park Elem School Brookfield, IL | 7.6 |
| Ewing-Northern Elem School Ewing, IL | 7.6 |
| Greenville Elem School Greenville, IL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Near North Montessori
What grades does Near North Montessori serve?
Near North Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Near North Montessori?
Near North Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Near North Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Near North Montessori is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Near North Montessori rank in IL?
Near North Montessori ranks #107 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Near North Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Near North Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Near North Montessori a private school?
Yes, Near North Montessori 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 Near North Montessori a religious school?
No, Near North Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 269-6230
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