Very Good
#97 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 30% of private schools
Sunny Hollow Montessori
Elementary School
636 MISSISSIPPI RIVER BLVD S STE 1, Saint Paul, MN 55116
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#97 of 319
In Saint Paul
#8 of 13
public schools
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Sunny Hollow Montessori
Elementary School in Saint Paul · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunny Hollow Montessori
Sunny Hollow Montessori is a private elementary school in Saint Paul, MN. Sunny Hollow Montessori serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny Hollow Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Sunny Hollow 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.
Sunny Hollow 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 Sunny Hollow Montessori compares to 124 public schools serving similar grades in Saint Paul, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunny Hollow Montessori (this school) | 7.1 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEMENTARY | 4.6 |
| Early Ed Highland | — |
| Urban Academy | 8.2 |
| HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| JIE MING MANDARIN IMMERSION ACADEMY | 9.2 |
| EXPO FOR EXCELLENCE ELEMENTARY SCH | 7.1 |
| Hidden River Middle School | 5.3 |
| LAURA JEFFREY ACADEMY CHARTER | 7.6 |
| FOUR SEASONS ELEMENTARY | 2.9 |
| Early Education Four Seasons | — |
| RANDOLPH HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| Sejong Academy Upper School | 6.7 |
| Sejong Academy Lower School | 6.2 |
| HGA Elementary | 5.8 |
| ADAMS MAGNET ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| Avalon Middle School | 5.5 |
| Global Arts Plus Lower | 4.5 |
| Nova Classical Academy Lower School | 8.4 |
Showing 20 of 124 schools. View all schools in Saint Paul
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 MN.
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 MN
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
636 MISSISSIPPI RIVER BLVD S STE 1, Saint Paul, MN 55116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunny Hollow Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JIE MING MANDARIN IMMERSION ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howe Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HORACE MANN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MINNEHAHA ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| HIGHLAND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| DOWLING ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST CATHERINE UNIVERSITY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Saint Paul | 0.7 mi | — |
| HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| NATIVITY OF OUR LORD SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Howe Elementary Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| LUBAVITCH CHEDER DAY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SANFORD MIDDLE Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MINNEHAHA ACADEMY - UPPER SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| JIE MING MANDARIN IMMERSION ACADEMY Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| HIGHLAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Early Ed Highland Saint Paul | 1.4 mi | — |
| Urban Academy Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 2.3 |
| JEAN LYLE'S CHILDRENS CENTER Saint Paul | 1.8 mi | — |
| CVA PASCAL Middle & High School Minneapolis | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CVA PASCAL Elementary School (K-5) Minneapolis | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,156
Median Home Value
$405,900
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
26,099
College Educated
59.8%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Prodeo Academy St. Paul Elementary Saint Paul, MN | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART AREA SCHOOL Staples, MN | 7.1 |
| ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL Long Prairie, MN | 7.1 |
| Three Rivers Montessori School Elk River, MN | 7.1 |
| Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center, MN | 7.0 |
| ROTHSAY ELEMENTARY Rothsay, MN | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunny Hollow Montessori
What grades does Sunny Hollow Montessori serve?
Sunny Hollow Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sunny Hollow Montessori?
Sunny Hollow Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Hollow Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Hollow Montessori is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunny Hollow Montessori rank in MN?
Sunny Hollow Montessori ranks #97 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Sunny Hollow Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunny Hollow Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunny Hollow Montessori a private school?
Yes, Sunny Hollow 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 Sunny Hollow Montessori a religious school?
No, Sunny Hollow Montessori 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
- 129
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Phone
- (651) 690-2307
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