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Nurturing Nest Montessori School
Elementary School
5885 ROBERT OLIVER PL, Columbia, MD 21045
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Nurturing Nest Montessori School
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nurturing Nest Montessori School
Nurturing Nest Montessori School is a private elementary school in Columbia, MD. Nurturing Nest Montessori School serves approximately 4 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 2:1 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 4 students, Nurturing Nest 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 2:1 students to teachers, Nurturing Nest Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nurturing Nest 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 Nurturing Nest Montessori School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nurturing Nest Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Talbott Springs Elementary | 7.3 |
| Stevens Forest Elementary | 7.8 |
| Jeffers Hill Elementary | 7.0 |
| Cradlerock Elementary | 5.8 |
| Bryant Woods Elementary | 6.7 |
| Thunder Hill Elementary | 6.6 |
| Running Brook Elementary | 5.5 |
| Phelps Luck Elementary | 7.6 |
| Clemens Crossing Elementary | 8.1 |
| Atholton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 6.2 |
| Swansfield Elementary | 7.4 |
| Waterloo Elementary | 9.1 |
| Guilford Elementary | 5.9 |
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
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 4 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Address
- 5885 ROBERT OLIVER PL, Columbia, MD 21045
- Phone
- (410) 772-6378
- 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
5885 ROBERT OLIVER PL, Columbia, MD 21045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nurturing Nest Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atholton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away). Another option is Clemens Crossing Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, Stevens Forest Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland Mills Middle Columbia | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Talbott Springs Elementary Columbia | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Stevens Forest Elementary Columbia | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Oakland Mills High Columbia | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Columbia | 0.5 mi | — |
| FUSION COLUMBIA Columbia | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| THE MANDALA SCHOOL INC Columbia | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cradlerock Elementary Columbia | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Elkhorn Middle Columbia | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Jeffers Hill Elementary Columbia | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Thunder Hill Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Running Brook Elementary Columbia | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BRYANT WOODS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Columbia | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bryant Woods Elementary Columbia | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Wilde Lake High Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ATHOLTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Atholton Elementary Columbia | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Phelps Luck Elementary Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Clemens Crossing Elementary Columbia | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Wilde Lake Middle Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,323
Median Home Value
$438,500
Median Rent
$1,768/mo
Population
40,866
College Educated
57.4%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nurturing Nest Montessori School
What grades does Nurturing Nest Montessori School serve?
Nurturing Nest Montessori School serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Nurturing Nest Montessori School?
Nurturing Nest Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 4 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nurturing Nest Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nurturing Nest Montessori School is 2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Nurturing Nest Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Nurturing Nest 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 Nurturing Nest Montessori School a religious school?
No, Nurturing Nest Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 4
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Howard County
- Phone
- (410) 772-6378
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