Below Average
#356 of 404 private schools in NC
Montessori Day School
Elementary School
1702 LEGION RD, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#356 of 404
In Chapel Hill
#3 of 4
public schools
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Montessori Day School
Elementary School in Chapel Hill · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Day School
Montessori Day School is a private elementary school in Chapel Hill, NC. Montessori Day School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Montessori Day 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, Montessori Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Day 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 Montessori Day School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Chapel Hill, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Day School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Ephesus Elementary | 8.3 |
| Estes Hills Elementary | 8.5 |
| Rashkis Elementary | 6.2 |
| Glenwood Elementary | 8.4 |
| Northside Elementary | 7.4 |
| Seawell Elementary | 8.0 |
| FPG Elementary | 8.2 |
| McDougle Elementary | 8.4 |
| Scroggs Elementary | 7.5 |
| Morris Grove Elementary | 8.9 |
| New Hope Elementary | 5.3 |
| North Chatham Elementary | 8.9 |
| Woods Charter | 8.7 |
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 NC.
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 NC
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
1702 LEGION RD, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Estes Hills Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ephesus Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chapel Hill, see our Chapel Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ephesus Elementary Chapel Hill | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Estes Hills Elementary Chapel Hill | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Rashkis Elementary Chapel Hill | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Phillips Middle Chapel Hill | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Creekside Elementary Durham | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Ignite Online Academy Durham | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| East Chapel Hill High Chapel Hill | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Glenwood Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chapel Hill | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| FIVE OAKS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Durham | 2.0 mi | — |
| Sherwood Githens Middle Durham | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Northside Elementary Chapel Hill | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM & CHAPEL HILL Durham | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Phoenix Academy High Chapel Hill | 3.5 mi | — |
| Virtual Academy School Chapel Hill | 3.5 mi | — |
| Smith Middle Chapel Hill | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Seawell Elementary Chapel Hill | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| C E Jordan High Durham | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Forest View Elementary Durham | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,821
Median Home Value
$571,900
Median Rent
$1,518/mo
Population
28,676
College Educated
74.9%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EPHESUS JR ACADEMY Winston-Salem, NC | 5.0 |
| ST ANNE'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Jacksonville, NC | 5.2 |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro, NC | 4.2 |
| CEDARWOOD ACADEMY Charlotte, NC | 5.4 |
| SPRUCE PINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spruce Pine, NC | 5.7 |
| THIRD STREET ACADEMY Greenville, NC | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Day School
What grades does Montessori Day School serve?
Montessori Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Montessori Day School?
Montessori Day School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Day School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Day School rank in NC?
Montessori Day School ranks #356 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Montessori Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Day School a private school?
Yes, Montessori Day 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 Montessori Day School a religious school?
No, Montessori Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (919) 929-3339
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