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#421 of 534 private schools in NJ
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton
Elementary School
22 VARETTONI PL, Clifton, NJ 07011
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#421 of 534
In Clifton
#6 of 6
public schools
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Rainbow Montessori - Clifton
Elementary School in Clifton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rainbow Montessori - Clifton
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton is a private elementary school in Clifton, NJ. Rainbow Montessori - Clifton serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rainbow Montessori - Clifton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #421 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Rainbow Montessori - Clifton 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.
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton runs 21.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton 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 Rainbow Montessori - Clifton compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Clifton, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rainbow Montessori - Clifton (this school) | 5.4 |
| School #12 | 7.2 |
| School #17 | 5.6 |
| School #11 | 6.4 |
| Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton | 3.8 |
| School #15 | 6.9 |
| Christopher Columbus Middle School | 6.3 |
| School #1 | 6.5 |
| School #3 | 6.8 |
| School #4 | 7.4 |
| School #13 | 6.6 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton | 5.6 |
| School #2 | 6.7 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School | 6.4 |
| School #14 | 6.3 |
| School #5 | 7.8 |
| School #9 | 8.6 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Allwood | — |
| School #8 | 3.2 |
| School #16 | 8.8 |
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
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
22 VARETTONI PL, Clifton, NJ 07011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rainbow Montessori - Clifton may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Irving School #4 (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gantner Avenue School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Elmwood Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Passaic), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clifton, see our Clifton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School #12 Clifton | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington Irving School #4 Garfield | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ST NICHOLAS UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Passaic | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| School #17 Clifton | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Hope Academy Passaic | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 Passaic | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Garfield Middle School Garfield | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Mahatma Gandhi School Number 25 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Muhammad Ali School Number 23 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Number 24 Passaic | 0.8 mi | — |
| Garfield Early Childhood Learning Center Garfield | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Gantner Avenue School Elmwood Park | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Garfield High School Garfield | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| NJEDDA HIGH SCHOOL Clifton | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| School #11 Clifton | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 Passaic | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6 Passaic | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| BRIGHT START ACADEMY Clifton | 0.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,589
Median Home Value
$403,200
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
38,817
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
45.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rainbow Montessori - Clifton
What grades does Rainbow Montessori - Clifton serve?
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Rainbow Montessori - Clifton?
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rainbow Montessori - Clifton?
The student-teacher ratio at Rainbow Montessori - Clifton is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rainbow Montessori - Clifton rank in NJ?
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton ranks #421 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Rainbow Montessori - Clifton's MySchoolScout rating?
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rainbow Montessori - Clifton a private school?
Yes, Rainbow Montessori - Clifton 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 Rainbow Montessori - Clifton a religious school?
No, Rainbow Montessori - Clifton is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 193 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 772-2330
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