Very Good
#56 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 14% of private schools
Triangle Montessori Academy
Elementary School
550 E CHATHAM ST, Cary, NC 27511
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#56 of 404
In Cary
#2 of 6
public schools
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Triangle Montessori Academy
Elementary School in Cary · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Triangle Montessori Academy
Triangle Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Cary, NC. Triangle Montessori Academy serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Triangle Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Triangle Montessori Academy 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Triangle Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Triangle Montessori Academy 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 Triangle Montessori Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Cary, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Triangle Montessori Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| Kingswood Elementary | 7.0 |
| Cary Elementary | 7.1 |
| Cardinal Charter Academy | 7.0 |
| Adams Elementary | 5.1 |
| Northwoods Elementary | 7.8 |
| Reedy Creek Elementary | 5.8 |
| Briarcliff Elementary | 6.2 |
| Farmington Woods Elementary | 8.4 |
| Weatherstone Elementary | 7.9 |
| Wake STEM Early College High School | 7.6 |
| Triangle Math and Science Academy | 7.9 |
| Davis Drive Elementary | 8.9 |
| Green Hope Elementary | 9.0 |
| Penny Road Elementary | 7.0 |
| Carpenter Elementary | 7.7 |
| Turner Creek Elementary | 6.9 |
| Highcroft Elementary | 9.0 |
| Mills Park Elementary | 9.1 |
| Hortons Creek Elementary | 9.4 |
| Alston Ridge Elementary | 7.7 |
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
550 E CHATHAM ST, Cary, NC 27511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Triangle Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmington Woods Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Weatherstone Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Northwoods Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kingswood Elementary Cary | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| East Cary Middle Cary | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Cary Elementary Cary | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Adams Elementary Cary | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Cardinal Charter Academy Cary | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Cary High Cary | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Northwoods Elementary Cary | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Reedy Creek Elementary Cary | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Reedy Creek Middle Cary | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Briarcliff Elementary Cary | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| West Cary Middle Cary | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| TRUE ABALITIES LRNG. ACADEMY LLC Cary | 1.9 mi | — |
| CARY ACADEMY Cary | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Farmington Woods Elementary Cary | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 2.1 mi | — |
| Connections Academy Cary | 2.2 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Weatherstone Elementary Cary | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27511 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,072
Median Home Value
$416,600
Median Rent
$1,436/mo
Population
33,279
College Educated
57.8%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnardsville Elementary Barnardsville, NC | 7.6 |
| ELIZABETHTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elizabethtown, NC | 7.6 |
| The Virtual Academy at Randolph Asheboro, NC | 7.6 |
| FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Raleigh, NC | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL Jacksonville, NC | 7.8 |
| HIGH POINT FRIENDS SCHOOL High Point, NC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Triangle Montessori Academy
What grades does Triangle Montessori Academy serve?
Triangle Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Triangle Montessori Academy?
Triangle Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Triangle Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Triangle Montessori Academy is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Triangle Montessori Academy rank in NC?
Triangle Montessori Academy ranks #56 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Triangle Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Triangle Montessori Academy 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 Triangle Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Triangle Montessori Academy 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 Triangle Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Triangle Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 205 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (704) 497-7211
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