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Children's House Montessori School
Elementary School
58 ELM ST, Camden, ME 04843
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Children's House Montessori School
Children's House Montessori School is an private elementary school in Camden, ME 04843. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades Pre-K – 3rd with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,841, where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Children's House Montessori School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, Children's House Montessori School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Children's House Montessori School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $34,485
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $35,246
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.02x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 80%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $757,027
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 26 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Children's House Montessori School compares to the 1 public school in Camden, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Camden
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Children's House Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School | 7.6 |
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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Address
- 58 ELM ST, Camden, ME 04843
- Phone
- (207) 236-2911
- 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 ME 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
58 ELM ST, Camden, ME 04843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Children's House Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomaston Grammar School (rated 9.2/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Thomaston). Another option is Union Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Union). Additionally, Ash Point Community School (rated 7.9/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Owls Head). For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| WAYFINDER SCHOOLS Camden | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Camden-Rockport Elementary School Rockport | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Camden Hills Regional H S Rockport | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ASHWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Rockport | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| RILEY SCHOOL Rockport | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PEN BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockland | 6.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincolnville Central School Lincolnville | 6.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Oceanside High School Rockland | 6.7 mi | 7.3 |
| South School Rockland | 8.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Ash Point Community School Owls Head | 9.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Hope Elementary School Hope | 7.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Islesboro Central School Islesboro | 8.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Thomaston Grammar School Thomaston | 10.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Oceanside Middle School Thomaston | 10.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Union Elementary Union | 9.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Warren Community School Warren | 10.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport | 12.9 mi | 4.7 |
| North Haven Community School North Haven | 10.2 mi | 8.5 |
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 14.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,841
Median Home Value
$486,300
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
5,243
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
69.3%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
52.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Children's House Montessori School has a median household income of $82,841. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $486,300, with a median rent of $1,125/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Children's House Montessori School
What grades does Children's House Montessori School serve?
Children's House Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Children's House Montessori School?
Children's House Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Children's House Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Children's House Montessori School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Children's House Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Children's House 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 Children's House Montessori School a religious school?
No, Children's House Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,168/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Camden). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 26
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- KNOX
- Phone
- (207) 236-2911
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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