Very Good
#77 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 14% of private schools
Waterfront Montessori
Elementary School
150 WARREN ST STE 108, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#77 of 534
In Jersey City
#2 of 18
public schools
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Waterfront Montessori
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About Waterfront Montessori
Waterfront Montessori is a private elementary school in Jersey City, NJ. Waterfront Montessori serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterfront Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 71 students, Waterfront Montessori 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Waterfront Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Waterfront Montessori 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 Waterfront Montessori compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Jersey City, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Waterfront Montessori (this school) | 7.5 |
| Cornelia F. Bradford School | 6.9 |
| Frank R Conwell School | 8.6 |
| Middle School # 4 | 5.9 |
| BelovED Community Charter School | 5.0 |
| Dr. Michael Conti School | 8.7 |
| Rafael Cordero y Molina | 7.7 |
| Explore Middle School | 9.0 |
| Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School | 7.3 |
| Regional Day School | 5.9 |
| Julia A. Barnes School | 8.5 |
| Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School | 4.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. School | 5.8 |
| Joseph H. Brensinger School | 5.9 |
| Jotham W. Wakeman School | 8.6 |
| Ollie Culbreth Jr. School | 3.5 |
| Learning Community Charter School | 6.3 |
| Patricia M. Noonan School PS #26 | 4.2 |
| Gladys Nunery School | 4.2 |
| Martin Center for the Arts | 3.8 |
| Jersey City Golden Door Charter School | 5.5 |
Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Jersey City
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
150 WARREN ST STE 108, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waterfront Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Michael Conti School (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank R Conwell School (rated 8.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUDSON MONTESSORI (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,854
Median Home Value
$853,700
Median Rent
$2,960/mo
Population
55,448
College Educated
80%
Homeownership
24.3%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Beach Haven School Beach Haven, NJ | 7.4 |
| DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paterson, NJ | 7.4 |
| Joseph F. Cappello School Hamilton, NJ | 7.4 |
| KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Branchburg, NJ | 7.4 |
| THE FRENCH AMERICAN ACADEMY Englewood, NJ | 7.4 |
| THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waterfront Montessori
What grades does Waterfront Montessori serve?
Waterfront Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Waterfront Montessori?
Waterfront Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterfront Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Waterfront Montessori is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Waterfront Montessori rank in NJ?
Waterfront Montessori ranks #77 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Waterfront Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Waterfront Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Waterfront Montessori a private school?
Yes, Waterfront Montessori 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 Waterfront Montessori a religious school?
No, Waterfront Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 71
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Phone
- (201) 333-5600
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