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Very Good

#121 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 31% of private schools

Summit Montessori School

Elementary School

283 PLEASANT ST, Framingham, MA 01701

Private

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

5.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#121 of 388

In Framingham

#2 of 5

public schools

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Summit Montessori School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Framingham · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Summit Montessori School

Summit Montessori School is a private elementary school in Framingham, MA. Summit Montessori School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 52 students, Summit 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Summit Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Summit 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 Summit Montessori School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Framingham, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
52
This School
vs
491
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
4.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 57.7% vs 0%
Asian 26.9% vs 0%
Black 1.9% vs 0%
Summit Montessori School Framingham Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Summit Montessori School (this school) 7.0
Brophy 3.7
Charlotte A Dunning 3.8
Walsh Middle 5.0
Fuller Middle 4.9
Miriam F McCarthy School 3.5
Barbieri Elementary 4.5
Hemenway 4.2
Juniper Hill School 5.1
King Elementary School 7.2
Christa McAuliffe Charter School 4.8
Potter Road 2.7
Mary E Stapleton Elementary 4.0
Cameron Middle School 4.0
Harmony Grove Elementary 3.7

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- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,175.3
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 58%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 52
View data sources

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)

White 57.7%
Asian 26.9%
Two or More 11.5%
Black 1.9%
Pacific Islander 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

283 PLEASANT ST, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is David Mindess (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Ashland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Brophy Framingham 0.8 mi 3.7
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 1.0 mi 5.7
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 1.1 mi 8.8
REED ACADEMY Framingham 1.5 mi
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 1.5 mi 3.8
Walsh Middle Framingham 1.6 mi 5.0
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 1.9 mi 4.5
Hemenway Framingham 2.0 mi 4.2
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 2.1 mi 7.3
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 1.7 mi
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 2.0 mi 5.8
Fuller Middle Framingham 1.8 mi 4.9
King Elementary School Framingham 2.0 mi 7.2
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 2.4 mi
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 1.9 mi 3.5
Juniper Hill School Framingham 2.0 mi 5.1
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 2.2 mi 5.5
Ashland High Ashland 2.9 mi 6.7
David Mindess Ashland 2.9 mi 7.2
Potter Road Framingham 2.8 mi 2.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,000

Median Home Value

$612,600

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

32,270

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

43.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Chelmsford, MA 7.1
VINEYARD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vineyard Haven, MA 6.8
PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield, MA 7.4
NEW COVENANT SCHOOL Arlington, MA 6.5
APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline, MA 7.6
LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton, MA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Montessori School

What grades does Summit Montessori School serve?

Summit Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Summit Montessori School?

Summit Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Montessori School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Summit Montessori School rank in MA?

Summit Montessori School ranks #121 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Summit Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Summit Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Summit 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 Summit Montessori School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
161 days
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County

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