Excellent
#24 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 6% of private schools
Wellan Montessori School
Elementary School
80 CRESCENT AVE, Newton, MA 02459
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
2.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#24 of 388
In Newton
#1 of 8
public schools
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About Wellan Montessori School
Wellan Montessori School is a private elementary school in Newton, MA. Wellan Montessori School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 2.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wellan Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Wellan 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 2.7:1 students to teachers, Wellan Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wellan 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
BetaHow Wellan Montessori School compares to the 3 public schools in Newton, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Newton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wellan Montessori School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Bigelow Middle | 9.1 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program | 5.9 |
| Lincoln-Eliot | 8.8 |
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 MA.
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 MA
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
80 CRESCENT AVE, Newton, MA 02459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wellan Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Underwood (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Newton Corner), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John Ward (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln-Eliot (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newton, see our Newton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Newton South High Newton Centre | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Zervas Waban | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | — |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWTON Newton | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$214,941
Median Home Value
$1,336,200
Median Rent
$2,308/mo
Population
18,604
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan, MA | 8.1 |
| LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boston, MA | 8.1 |
| Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury, MA | 8.2 |
| Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough, MA | 8.0 |
| Plum Cove School Gloucester, MA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wellan Montessori School
What grades does Wellan Montessori School serve?
Wellan Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Wellan Montessori School?
Wellan Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wellan Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wellan Montessori School is 2.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wellan Montessori School rank in MA?
Wellan Montessori School ranks #24 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Wellan Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wellan Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wellan Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Wellan 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 Wellan Montessori School a religious school?
No, Wellan Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 916-5923
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