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Fernwood Montessori School
Elementary School
10100 OLD GEORGETOWN RD, Bethesda, MD 20814
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Fernwood Montessori School
Elementary School in Bethesda · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fernwood Montessori School
Fernwood Montessori School is a private elementary school in Bethesda, MD. Fernwood Montessori School serves approximately 25 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 25 students, Fernwood 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Fernwood Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fernwood 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 Fernwood Montessori School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Bethesda, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fernwood Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Ashburton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Woodlin Elementary | 8.1 |
| Wyngate Elementary | 8.9 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary | 9.0 |
| Seven Locks Elementary | 9.7 |
| Burning Tree Elementary | 9.1 |
| Bethesda Elementary | 9.0 |
| Bannockburn Elementary | 8.8 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary | 9.6 |
| Wood Acres Elementary | 9.3 |
| Westbrook Elementary | 9.4 |
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
- 25 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Address
- 10100 OLD GEORGETOWN RD, Bethesda, MD 20814
- Phone
- (301) 469-4888
- 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 MD 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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
10100 OLD GEORGETOWN RD, Bethesda, MD 20814
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fernwood Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kensington Parkwood Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Kensington). Another option is Bradley Hills Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, Wyngate Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Bethesda, see our Bethesda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ashburton Elementary Bethesda | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Walter Johnson High Bethesda | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Woodlin Elementary Bethesda | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JANE DE CHANTAL SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ROCHAMBEAU-THE FRENCH INTL SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Wyngate Elementary Bethesda | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| BETHESDA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| ALEF BET MONTESSORI SCHOOL INC. Rockville | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| North Bethesda Middle Bethesda | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL-ROCKVILLE Rockville | 1.2 mi | — |
| GEORGETOWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL North Bethesda | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE WOODS ACADEMY Bethesda | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Tilden Middle Rockville | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Rock Terrace School Rockville | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary Bethesda | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Luxmanor Elementary Rockville | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ACADEMY OF THE HOLY CROSS Kensington | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| EXECUTIVE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Rockville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Kensington Parkwood Elementary Kensington | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| THE DIENER SCHOOL North Bethesda | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,401
Median Home Value
$976,500
Median Rent
$2,329/mo
Population
30,822
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fernwood Montessori School
What grades does Fernwood Montessori School serve?
Fernwood Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Fernwood Montessori School?
Fernwood Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fernwood Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fernwood Montessori School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Fernwood Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Fernwood 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 Fernwood Montessori School a religious school?
No, Fernwood Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 469-4888
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