Very Good
#62 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 24% of private schools
Montessori Educational Center
Elementary School
4209 N BOLTON AVE, Alexandria, LA 71303
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#62 of 253
In Alexandria
#3 of 5
public schools
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Montessori Educational Center
Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Educational Center
Montessori Educational Center is a private elementary school in Alexandria, LA. Montessori Educational Center serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Montessori Educational Center 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Montessori Educational Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Educational Center 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 Educational Center compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Educational Center (this school) | 7.2 |
| Renaissance Home for Youth | — |
| Mabel Brasher Montessori | 5.5 |
| Alexandria Middle Magnet School | 6.4 |
| D.F. Huddle Elementary | 6.2 |
| Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School | 5.1 |
| J.B. Nachman Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Cherokee Elementary School | 6.4 |
| L.S. Rugg Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Alma Redwine Elementary | 7.6 |
| Peabody Montessori Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Scott M. Brame Middle School | 7.5 |
| Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School | 7.6 |
| Horseshoe Drive Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Rapides Training Academy | 5.8 |
| Acadian Elementary | 7.7 |
| Phoenix Magnet Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Martin Park Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Poland Junior High School | 8.7 |
| Buckeye High School | 6.6 |
| Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center | 6.9 |
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 LA.
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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 LA
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
4209 N BOLTON AVE, Alexandria, LA 71303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Educational Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.B. Nachman Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alma Redwine Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST FRANCES CABRINI SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,761
Median Home Value
$232,900
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
24,532
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
37.9
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| ST CLEMENT OF ROME SCHOOL Metairie, LA | 7.2 |
| Dubach School Dubach, LA | 7.3 |
| GARDERE COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baton Rouge, LA | 7.3 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Larose, LA | 7.1 |
| Nebo Elementary School Jena, LA | 7.1 |
| ALPINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pineville, LA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Educational Center
What grades does Montessori Educational Center serve?
Montessori Educational Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Montessori Educational Center?
Montessori Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Educational Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Educational Center is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Educational Center rank in LA?
Montessori Educational Center ranks #62 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is Montessori Educational Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Educational Center a private school?
Yes, Montessori Educational Center 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 Educational Center a religious school?
No, Montessori Educational Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 131
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rapides Parish
- Phone
- (318) 623-7742
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