Average
#217 of 378 private schools in MD
Bay Montessori School
Elementary School
20525 WILLOWS RD, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#217 of 378
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Bay Montessori School
Elementary School in Lexington Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bay Montessori School
Bay Montessori School is a private elementary school in Lexington Park, MD. Bay Montessori School serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, Bay 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Bay Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bay 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 Bay Montessori School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington Park, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bay Montessori School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Chesapeake Charter School | 8.4 |
| Lexington Park Elementary | 4.3 |
| Spring Ridge Middle | 5.9 |
| Esperanza Middle | 6.3 |
| Green Holly Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Town Creek Elementary | 6.7 |
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 MD.
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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 MD
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
20525 WILLOWS RD, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chesapeake Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evergreen Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby California), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Great Mills), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lexington Park, see our Lexington Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Park Hall Elementary Park Hall | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary Great Mills | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Lexington Park Elementary Lexington Park | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Great Mills High Great Mills | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| LEXINGTON PARK BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Lexington Park | 2.2 mi | — |
| Chesapeake Charter School Lexington Park | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Great Mills | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| THE KINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Callaway | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Greenview Knolls Elementary Great Mills | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Spring Ridge Middle Lexington Park | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Green Holly Elementary School Lexington Park | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Esperanza Middle Lexington Park | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Town Creek Elementary Lexington Park | 5.3 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Solomons | 6.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Piney Point Elementary Tall Timbers | 6.0 mi | 6.2 |
| STARMARKER SCHOOL EARLY EDUCATION WILDWOOD California | 7.1 mi | — |
| Evergreen Elementary School California | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Dowell Elementary Lusby | 8.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Patuxent High Lusby | 8.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Mill Creek Middle Lusby | 9.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,923
Median Home Value
$341,900
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
26,799
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.6
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| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perryville, MD | 6.3 |
| MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN, INC. Baltimore, MD | 6.3 |
| THE DIENER SCHOOL North Bethesda, MD | 6.3 |
| BRIDGES MONTESSORI OF TOWSON, INC. Bel Air, MD | 6.1 |
| CHEDER D'KAHAL CHASSIDIM Baltimore, MD | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay Montessori School
What grades does Bay Montessori School serve?
Bay Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Bay Montessori School?
Bay Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay Montessori School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bay Montessori School rank in MD?
Bay Montessori School ranks #217 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Bay Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bay Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Bay 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 Bay Montessori School a religious school?
No, Bay Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Mary's County
- Phone
- (301) 737-2421
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