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#181 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 34% of private schools
Acorn Montessori School
Elementary School
1222 STATE ROUTE 31, Lebanon, NJ 08833
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#181 of 534
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Acorn Montessori School
Elementary School in Lebanon · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Acorn Montessori School
Acorn Montessori School is a private elementary school in Lebanon, NJ. Acorn Montessori School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Acorn Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #181 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Acorn Montessori 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 2.9:1 students to teachers, Acorn Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Acorn Montessori 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 Acorn Montessori School compares to the 3 public schools in Lebanon, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lebanon
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acorn Montessori School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Patrick McGaheran | 5.9 |
| Lebanon Borough School | 6.0 |
| Round Valley | 8.3 |
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 NJ.
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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 NJ
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1222 STATE ROUTE 31, Lebanon, NJ 08833
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acorn Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Township Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Hampton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Round Valley (rated 8.3/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clinton Public School (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Clinton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,500
Median Home Value
$575,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
8,772
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
86.1%
Avg Commute
38.1 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
50.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CTC ACADEMY - FAIR LAWN Fair Lawn, NJ | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL Millstone Township, NJ | 6.9 |
| STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH Hillsborough, NJ | 6.9 |
| HAMILTON PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jersey City, NJ | 6.8 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Freehold, NJ | 6.8 |
| MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Little Falls, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acorn Montessori School
What grades does Acorn Montessori School serve?
Acorn Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Acorn Montessori School?
Acorn Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acorn Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Acorn Montessori School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Acorn Montessori School rank in NJ?
Acorn Montessori School ranks #181 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Acorn Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Acorn Montessori School 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 Acorn Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Acorn Montessori 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 Acorn Montessori School a religious school?
No, Acorn Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hunterdon County
- Phone
- (908) 730-8986
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