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Very Good

#101 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 26% of private schools

Norwood Montessori School

School

462 WALPOLE ST, Norwood, MA 02062

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

4.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#101 of 388

In Norwood

#1 of 2

public schools

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Norwood Montessori School

7.2/10

School in Norwood · grades Pre-K – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Norwood Montessori School

Norwood Montessori School is a private school in Norwood, MA. Norwood Montessori School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Norwood 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Norwood Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Norwood 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

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How Norwood Montessori School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Norwood, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
This School
vs
10.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
443
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 21.9% vs 0%
Black 6.2% vs 0%
Asian 6.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Norwood Montessori School Norwood Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Norwood Montessori School (this school) 7.2
F A Cleveland 6.8
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School 5.8
Balch 3.7
Norwood High 6.4
George F. Willett 6.1
John P Oldham 4.2
Cornelius M Callahan 5.7
Charles J Prescott 3.8

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 68%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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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 MA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Native American 56.2%
White 21.9%
Black 6.2%
Asian 6.2%
Two or More 6.2%
Hispanic 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

462 WALPOLE ST, Norwood, MA 02062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Norwood Montessori School may also want to explore other schools in the area. William E Sheehan (rated 9.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is E W Thurston Middle (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martha Jones (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwood, see our Norwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
F A Cleveland Norwood 0.4 mi 6.8
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood 0.7 mi 5.8
Norwood High Norwood 0.9 mi 6.4
George F. Willett Norwood 1.0 mi 6.1
TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole 1.0 mi 3.9
Balch Norwood 0.8 mi 3.7
Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole 1.4 mi 8.1
Martha Jones Westwood 1.6 mi 8.6
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Norwood 1.6 mi 6.3
Fisher Walpole 1.6 mi 7.3
John P Oldham Norwood 1.9 mi 4.2
William E Sheehan Westwood 2.1 mi 9.6
Bird Middle East Walpole 2.2 mi 6.7
Old Post Road East Walpole 2.3 mi 7.5
Cornelius M Callahan Norwood 1.9 mi 5.7
Westwood High Westwood 2.6 mi 8.6
Westwood Integrated Preschool Westwood 2.6 mi 5.9
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL East Walpole 2.5 mi 5.1
Charles J Prescott Norwood 2.1 mi 3.8
E W Thurston Middle Westwood 2.8 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,110

Median Home Value

$613,500

Median Rent

$2,056/mo

Population

31,380

College Educated

53.1%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Norwood Montessori School

What grades does Norwood Montessori School serve?

Norwood Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.

How many students attend Norwood Montessori School?

Norwood Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Montessori School is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Norwood Montessori School rank in MA?

Norwood Montessori School ranks #101 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Norwood Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Norwood Montessori School 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 Norwood Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Norwood 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 Norwood Montessori School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County

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