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#225 of 378 private schools in MD

Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc.

Elementary School

2529 CONOWINGO RD, Bel Air, MD 21015

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#225 of 378

In Bel Air

#3 of 7

public schools

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Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc.

6.1/10

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

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7.9/10

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7.3/10

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About Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc.

Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. is a private elementary school in Bel Air, MD. Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it comparesOn par with MD schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. 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 Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Bel Air, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
693
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
7.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.5% vs 0%
Black 12.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%
Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. Bel Air Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. (this school) 6.1
Hickory Elementary 7.9
Prospect Mill Elementary 8.6
Harford Academy at Campus Hills 2.8
Southampton Middle 7.6
Fountain Green Elementary 8.8
Bel Air Elementary 9.0
Bel Air Middle 7.4
Red Pump Elementary School 8.9
Homestead/Wakefield Elementary 8.3
Ring Factory Elementary 8.4
Patterson Mill Middle School 7.0
Emmorton Elementary 7.8

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 MD.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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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)

White 65.5%
Two or More 16.4%
Black 12.7%
Hispanic 5.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2529 CONOWINGO RD, Bel Air, MD 21015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bel Air Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fountain Green Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prospect Mill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bel Air, see our Bel Air schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hickory Elementary Bel Air 2.0 mi 7.9
C. Milton Wright High Bel Air 2.5 mi 7.3
Prospect Mill Elementary Bel Air 3.1 mi 8.6
Harford Technical High Bel Air 3.1 mi 7.7
Harford Academy at Campus Hills Bel Air 3.2 mi 2.8
Southampton Middle Bel Air 3.5 mi 7.6
HARFORD DAY SCHOOL Bel Air 3.6 mi 7.1
Fountain Green Elementary Bel Air 3.9 mi 8.8
JOHN CARROLL SCHOOL Bel Air 4.1 mi 5.0
ST MARGARET SCHOOL Bel Air 4.1 mi 3.8
THE MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Churchville 3.9 mi
Bel Air Elementary Bel Air 4.3 mi 9.0
Forest Hill Elementary Forest Hill 3.7 mi 7.8
Forest Lakes Elementary Forest Hill 4.0 mi 8.6
Bel Air High Bel Air 4.8 mi 7.6
Bel Air Middle Bel Air 5.0 mi 7.4
Dublin Elementary Street 4.6 mi 8.2
HARFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Darlington 4.9 mi 4.8
Homestead/Wakefield Elementary Bel Air 5.1 mi 8.3
Churchville Elementary Churchville 4.6 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,219

Median Home Value

$418,400

Median Rent

$1,730/mo

Population

30,451

College Educated

52.2%

Homeownership

90.5%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc.

What grades does Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. serve?

Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc.?

Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. rank in MD?

Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. ranks #225 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. a private school?

Yes, Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. 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 Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. a religious school?

No, Bridges Montessori of Towson, Inc. is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Harford County

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