Below Average

#337 of 378 private schools in MD

Julia Brown Montessori School

Elementary School

1300 MILESTONE DR, Silver Spring, MD 20904

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#337 of 378

In Silver Spring

#16 of 16

public schools

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About Julia Brown Montessori School

Julia Brown Montessori School is a private elementary school in Silver Spring, MD. Julia Brown Montessori School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia Brown Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.5 pts below MD schools

4.8

This school 4.8 · Below Average
MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 39 students, Julia Brown 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.

Julia Brown 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 Julia Brown Montessori School compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Silver Spring, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio

19.5:1

This School

12.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

553

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.8

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 25.6% vs 0%

Black 25.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 25.6% vs 0%

Asian 23.1% vs 0%

Julia Brown Montessori School Silver Spring Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Julia Brown Montessori School (this school)	—	39	19.5:1	4.8
Jackson Road Elementary	0.7 mi	647	11.2:1	6.3
Burnt Mills Elementary	0.9 mi	684	13.2:1	6.4
Cresthaven Elementary	1.4 mi	454	11.9:1	5.6
Cannon Road Elementary	1.5 mi	405	10.7:1	5.5
Kemp Mill Elementary	1.6 mi	412	10.6:1	5.4
William Tyler Page Elementary	1.9 mi	619	14.7:1	8.2
Forest Knolls Elementary	2.0 mi	492	12.3:1	8.7
Roscoe R Nix Elementary	2.0 mi	480	11.2:1	6.0
Pine Crest Elementary	2.0 mi	471	14.7:1	8.3
Galway Elementary	2.5 mi	701	11.1:1	7.7
Westover Elementary	2.5 mi	299	13:1	8.9
JoAnn Leleck at Broad Acres Elementary	2.6 mi	755	10.8:1	4.7
Arcola Elementary	2.8 mi	724	12.5:1	4.8
Glen Haven Elementary	2.8 mi	564	12.5:1	6.3
Montgomery Knolls Elementary	2.9 mi	506	11:1	7.7
Oak View Elementary	3.0 mi	409	13.2:1	7.7
Glenallan Elementary	3.1 mi	673	12.7:1	6.8
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary	3.1 mi	466	13.3:1	8.9
Highland View Elementary	3.2 mi	380	12.7:1	8.3
Greencastle Elementary	3.3 mi	753	13:1	6.4

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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

C- 1.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.5:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,241.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 75%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.6 / 10

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Enrollment 39

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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 25.6%

Black 25.6%

Hispanic 25.6%

Asian 23.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1300 MILESTONE DR, Silver Spring, MD 20904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Julia Brown Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Knolls Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Crest Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Tyler Page Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Jackson Road Elementary Silver Spring	0.7 mi	647	6.3
White Oak Middle Silver Spring	0.8 mi	805	6.0
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Silver Spring	0.9 mi	238	7.9
Burnt Mills Elementary Silver Spring	0.9 mi	684	6.4
Cresthaven Elementary Silver Spring	1.4 mi	454	5.6
Francis Scott Key Middle Silver Spring	1.4 mi	991	5.5
Springbrook High Silver Spring	1.2 mi	1,874	7.0
Cannon Road Elementary Silver Spring	1.5 mi	405	5.5
FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.6 mi	302	7.8
William Tyler Page Elementary Silver Spring	1.9 mi	619	8.2
Roscoe R Nix Elementary Silver Spring	2.0 mi	480	6.0
Kemp Mill Elementary Silver Spring	1.6 mi	412	5.4
THE GAN MONTESSORI Silver Spring	1.7 mi	6	—
Pine Crest Elementary Silver Spring	2.0 mi	471	8.3
JAMON MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Silver Spring	2.1 mi	5	—
ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Silver Spring	2.2 mi	305	6.7
Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring	2.0 mi	492	8.7
ST FRANCIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Silver Spring	2.5 mi	232	6.4
PATHWAYS SCHOOL--EDGEWOOD Silver Spring	2.1 mi	29	—
JoAnn Leleck at Broad Acres Elementary Silver Spring	2.6 mi	755	4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,322

Median Home Value

$533,500

Median Rent

$1,893/mo

Population

57,244

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

51%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Julia Brown Montessori School

What grades does Julia Brown Montessori School serve?

Julia Brown Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Julia Brown Montessori School?

Julia Brown Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia Brown Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Julia Brown Montessori School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Julia Brown Montessori School rank in MD?

Julia Brown Montessori School ranks #337 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Julia Brown Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Julia Brown Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Julia Brown Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Julia Brown 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 Julia Brown Montessori School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 52 Good Transit
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment: 39
Gender Split: 18% M / 82% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 2
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 191 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Montgomery County
Phone: (301) 622-7808

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