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The Montessori House
Elementary School
426 KNICKERBOCKER RD, Tenafly, NJ 07670
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
0.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
0.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About The Montessori House
The Montessori House is an private elementary school in Tenafly, NJ 07670. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades Pre-K – 1st with a student-teacher ratio of 0.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $208,088, where 79% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 5 students, The Montessori House is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.5:1, The Montessori House offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, The Montessori House operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Montessori House compares to the 6 public schools in Tenafly, NJ
All Schools in Tenafly
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Montessori House (this school) | — |
| Malcolm S Mackay School | 7.2 |
| Tenafly Middle School | 8.0 |
| Tenafly High School | 8.7 |
| Walter Stillman School | 9.1 |
| Ralph S Maugham School | 6.6 |
| J Spencer Smith School | 8.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.5:1
- Address
- 426 KNICKERBOCKER RD, Tenafly, NJ 07670
- Phone
- (201) 816-8343
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NJ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
426 KNICKERBOCKER RD, Tenafly, NJ 07670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Montessori House may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter Stillman School (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is Hoover Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield). Additionally, Dr. John Grieco Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Englewood). For more schools in Tenafly, see our Tenafly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Tenafly Middle School Tenafly | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Walter Stillman School Tenafly | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Tenafly High School Tenafly | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Tenafly | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| TENAFLY CHABAD ACADEMY Tenafly | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Washington Elementary School Bergenfield | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Ralph S Maugham School Tenafly | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School Englewood | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Dwight Morrow High School/Academies@Englewood Englewood | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Hoover Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Janis E. Dismus Middle School Englewood | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Merritt Memorial Cresskill | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$208,088
Median Home Value
$974,300
Median Rent
$3,143/mo
Population
15,252
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
41.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
42.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Montessori House has a median household income of $208,088. It is a well-educated community where 79% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $974,300, with a median rent of $3,143/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Montessori House
What grades does The Montessori House serve?
The Montessori House serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend The Montessori House?
The Montessori House has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Montessori House?
The student-teacher ratio at The Montessori House is 0.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Montessori House a private school?
Yes, The Montessori House 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 The Montessori House a religious school?
No, The Montessori House is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (472/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Tenafly). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- BERGEN
- Phone
- (201) 816-8343
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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