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#137 of 404 private schools in NC

Top 34% of private schools

Montessori School of Raleigh

School

7005 LEAD MINE RD, Raleigh, NC 27615

Private

Enrollment

228

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

North Carolina private schools

#137 of 404

In Raleigh

#12 of 30

public schools

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Montessori School of Raleigh

6.9/10

School in Raleigh · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lynn Road Elementary

7.7/10

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Lead Mine Elementary

6.1/10

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About Montessori School of Raleigh

Montessori School of Raleigh is a private school in Raleigh, NC. Montessori School of Raleigh serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori School of Raleigh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 404 private schools in NC.

How it compares0.7 pts above NC schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • NC avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Montessori School of Raleigh sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Montessori School of Raleigh 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

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How Montessori School of Raleigh compares to 100 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
228
This School
vs
674
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Montessori School of Raleigh Raleigh Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Montessori School of Raleigh (this school) 6.9
Lynn Road Elementary 7.7
Lead Mine Elementary 6.1
Jeffreys Grove Elementary 9.2
Sanderson High 5.7
Green Elementary 5.5
Quest Academy 9.1
York Elementary 7.1
West Millbrook Middle 7.1
Brooks Elementary 5.2
Baileywick Road Elementary 4.2
North Ridge Elementary 8.0
Magellan Charter 9.1
Carroll Middle 5.9
Barton Pond Elementary 9.3
Hilburn Drive Academy 8.1
Douglas Elementary 6.9
Leesville Road Elementary 8.9
Leesville Road Middle 7.7
Stough Elementary 8.8
Leesville Road High 7.1

Showing 20 of 100 schools. View all schools in Raleigh

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,176.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 228
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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)

White 94.3%
Hispanic 3.1%
Asian 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7005 LEAD MINE RD, Raleigh, NC 27615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montessori School of Raleigh may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE FLETCHER ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh 0.5 mi 7.7
Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh 1.1 mi 6.1
Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh 1.2 mi 9.2
Sanderson High Raleigh 1.4 mi 5.7
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh 1.8 mi 8.0
Quest Academy Raleigh 2.0 mi 9.1
Green Elementary Raleigh 1.9 mi 5.5
York Elementary Raleigh 2.1 mi 7.1
RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL Raleigh 1.8 mi 6.8
Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh 2.3 mi 4.2
Brooks Elementary Raleigh 2.2 mi 5.2
Magellan Charter Raleigh 2.3 mi 9.1
West Millbrook Middle Raleigh 2.1 mi 7.1
THE FLETCHER ACADEMY Raleigh 2.2 mi 8.9
ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh 2.2 mi
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 2.2 mi 7.1
Carroll Middle Raleigh 2.6 mi 5.9
ST TIMOTHYS SCHOOL Raleigh 2.7 mi 5.6
North Ridge Elementary Raleigh 2.3 mi 8.0
Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh 2.8 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,051

Median Home Value

$441,100

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

45,722

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cleveland Innovation Shelby, NC 7.0
EMERSON WALDORF SCHOOL Chapel Hill, NC 7.0
SHEETS MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington, NC 6.8
TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point, NC 6.8
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh, NC 7.1
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlotte, NC 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montessori School of Raleigh

What grades does Montessori School of Raleigh serve?

Montessori School of Raleigh serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Montessori School of Raleigh?

Montessori School of Raleigh has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Raleigh?

The student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Raleigh is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Montessori School of Raleigh rank in NC?

Montessori School of Raleigh ranks #137 of 404 private schools in NC.

What is Montessori School of Raleigh's MySchoolScout rating?

Montessori School of Raleigh 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 Montessori School of Raleigh a private school?

Yes, Montessori School of Raleigh 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 School of Raleigh a religious school?

No, Montessori School of Raleigh is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
228
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County

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