Average
#165 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 36% of private schools
Lakes Area Montessori
Elementary School
8605 RICHARDSON RD, Walled Lake, MI 48390
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#165 of 462
In Walled Lake
#2 of 3
public schools
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Lakes Area Montessori
Elementary School in Walled Lake · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakes Area Montessori
Lakes Area Montessori is a private elementary school in Walled Lake, MI. Lakes Area Montessori serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakes Area Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Lakes Area Montessori 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Lakes Area Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lakes Area Montessori 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 Lakes Area Montessori compares to the 2 public schools in Walled Lake, MI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Walled Lake
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lakes Area Montessori (this school) | 6.9 |
| Mary Helen Guest Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Walled Lake Elementary School | 6.4 |
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.
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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
8605 RICHARDSON RD, Walled Lake, MI 48390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakes Area Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakley Park Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Commerce Township), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Lake Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby West Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Commerce Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Commerce Township), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walled Lake, see our Walled Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,411
Median Home Value
$287,900
Median Rent
$1,575/mo
Population
24,118
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakes Area Montessori
What grades does Lakes Area Montessori serve?
Lakes Area Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lakes Area Montessori?
Lakes Area Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakes Area Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakes Area Montessori is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lakes Area Montessori rank in MI?
Lakes Area Montessori ranks #165 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Lakes Area Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakes Area Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lakes Area Montessori a private school?
Yes, Lakes Area Montessori 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 Lakes Area Montessori a religious school?
No, Lakes Area Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Phone
- (248) 360-0500
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