Very Good
#85 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 18% of private schools
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center
Elementary School
466 N JOHN DALY RD, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#85 of 462
In Dearborn Heights
#4 of 6
public schools
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Dearborn Heights Montessori Center
Elementary School in Dearborn Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dearborn Heights Montessori Center
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center is a private elementary school in Dearborn Heights, MI. Dearborn Heights Montessori Center serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dearborn Heights Montessori Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Dearborn Heights Montessori Center 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Dearborn Heights Montessori Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center 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 Dearborn Heights Montessori Center compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Dearborn Heights, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dearborn Heights Montessori Center (this school) | 7.6 |
| Kinloch Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Highview Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Star International Academy | 5.6 |
| Riverside Middle School | 6.2 |
| Crestwood Accelerated Program | — |
| Hillcrest Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Dearborn STEM Middle School | 9.3 |
| Thorne Elementary School | 2.6 |
| Global Heights Academy | 5.3 |
| River Oaks Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Clara B Ford Academy SDA | 7.1 |
| Vista Meadows Academy | 5.9 |
| Pardee School | 3.8 |
| Oakley W Best Middle School | 3.9 |
| Polk Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Bedford School | 3.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 MI.
Data Unavailable
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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 MI
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
466 N JOHN DALY RD, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dearborn Heights Montessori Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haigh Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tipton Academy PK3 (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Garden City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kinloch Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Crestwood High School Dearborn Heights | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| WISE ACADEMY Dearborn Heights | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Inkster Preparatory Academy Inkster | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| American International Academy Upper Elementary Inkster | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Tipton Academy PK3 Garden City | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| DIVINE CHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| DIVINE CHILD HIGH SCHOOL Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Haigh Elementary School Dearborn | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| David Hicks School Inkster | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Daly School Inkster | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Westwood Virtual Academy Inkster | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Westwood North Academy Inkster | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center Garden City | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ST LINUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dearborn Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GUARDIAN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dearborn | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Bryant Middle School Dearborn | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Highview Elementary School Dearborn Heights | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DREAMY ISLAMIC ACADEMY Dearborn Heights | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverside Middle School Dearborn Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,084
Median Home Value
$217,000
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
39,943
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - WEST BLOOMFIELD West Bloomfield, MI | 7.6 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Flint, MI | 7.6 |
| OAKLAND CHILDRENS ACADEMY Troy, MI | 7.5 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MI | 7.5 |
| BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - ROCHESTER HILLS Rochester Hills, MI | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES Mount Clemens, MI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dearborn Heights Montessori Center
What grades does Dearborn Heights Montessori Center serve?
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dearborn Heights Montessori Center?
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dearborn Heights Montessori Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dearborn Heights Montessori Center is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dearborn Heights Montessori Center rank in MI?
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center ranks #85 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Dearborn Heights Montessori Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Dearborn Heights Montessori Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dearborn Heights Montessori Center a private school?
Yes, Dearborn Heights Montessori Center 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 Dearborn Heights Montessori Center a religious school?
No, Dearborn Heights Montessori Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 359-3000
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