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Pincushion Hill Montessori School

Elementary School

30 GREEN ST, Ashland, MA 01721

Private

Enrollment

10

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2021-22

About Pincushion Hill Montessori School

Pincushion Hill Montessori School is an private elementary school in Ashland, MA 01721. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades Pre-K – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $127,106, where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 10 students, Pincushion Hill Montessori School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.7:1, Pincushion Hill Montessori School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Pincushion Hill Montessori School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Pincushion Hill Montessori School compares to the 5 public schools in Ashland, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
10
This School
vs
581
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 50% vs 0%
White 40% vs 0%
Pincushion Hill Montessori School Ashland Public Avg

All Schools in Ashland

School Rating
Pincushion Hill Montessori School (this school)
Ashland High 5.7
David Mindess 6.7
William Pittaway Elementary 6.1
Ashland Middle 6.0
Henry E Warren Elementary 5.0

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 – 4th
Enrollment
10 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Address
30 GREEN ST, Ashland, MA 01721
Phone
(508) 881-2123
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 MA 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)

Asian 50.0%
White 40.0%
Two or More 10.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

30 GREEN ST, Ashland, MA 01721

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pincushion Hill Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Framingham). Another option is David Mindess (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, ST BRIDGET SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Framingham). For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Ashland High Ashland 0.6 mi 5.7
David Mindess Ashland 0.6 mi 6.7
William Pittaway Elementary Ashland 0.9 mi 6.1
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 1.0 mi 6.4
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 1.2 mi 4.8
METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland 1.5 mi 4.5
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland 1.9 mi 5.0
Ashland Middle Ashland 1.7 mi 6.0
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland 2.2 mi
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 2.4 mi 7.0
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 2.3 mi 5.7
Brophy Framingham 2.6 mi 4.2
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 2.4 mi 4.4
Fuller Middle Framingham 2.5 mi 6.1
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 2.9 mi 8.8
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 2.8 mi
THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN Southborough 3.0 mi 7.7
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 2.8 mi 5.0
REED ACADEMY Framingham 3.8 mi
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 3.7 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,106

Median Home Value

$586,000

Median Rent

$2,334/mo

Population

18,694

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

41.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Pincushion Hill Montessori School has a median household income of $127,106. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $586,000, with a median rent of $2,334/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pincushion Hill Montessori School

What grades does Pincushion Hill Montessori School serve?

Pincushion Hill Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Pincushion Hill Montessori School?

Pincushion Hill Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pincushion Hill Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pincushion Hill Montessori School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Pincushion Hill Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Pincushion Hill 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 Pincushion Hill Montessori School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (779/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ashland). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
10
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
MIDDLESEX
Data Year
2022–2023

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