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#95 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 10% of private schools

Brooklyn Heights Montessori School

Elementary School

185 CT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

4.3:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#6 of 173

public schools

New York elementary schools

#35 of 486

About Brooklyn Heights Montessori School

Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is a public elementary school nestled in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school houses 152 students with a student-teacher ratio of 4.3:1, ensuring that each child receives ample individual attention. The school boasts 36 full-time equivalent teachers who work diligently to create an engaging and supportive learning environment.

With its MySchoolScout Rating of 5.0 out of 10 and a state ranking of #576 among 991 schools in New York, Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is focusing on student development rather than solely academic performance metrics. While test score data is not available, the school remains committed to fostering a nurturing atmosphere where children can grow and thrive. Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is situated in a bustling urban setting, providing students with diverse opportunities for cultural enrichment and community engagement right outside their classroom doors.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 152 students, Brooklyn Heights Montessori School 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 4.3:1, Brooklyn Heights Montessori School 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, Brooklyn Heights Montessori School 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.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$71,808
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$72,776
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.01x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
93%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$22.0M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 152 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Brooklyn Heights Montessori School compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
152
This School
vs
483
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.1% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.9% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
Brooklyn Heights Montessori School Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Brooklyn Heights Montessori School (this school) 7.8
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) 8.1
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL 4.3
PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS 7.4
PS 29 JOHN M HARRIGAN 6.8
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 13 7.9
PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL 7.1
URBAN ASSEMBLY INSTITUTE OF MATH AND SCIENCE FOR YOUNG WOMEN 9.0
PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE 9.1
PS 58 CARROLL (THE) 7.6
PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) 8.2
BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL 6.5
BRIDGES: A SCHOOL FOR EXPLORATION AND EQUITY 8.4
MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) 7.4
BROOKLYN COLLABORATIVE STUDIES 7.7
BROOKLYN NEW SCHOOL-PS 146 (THE) 5.5
PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER 6.2
PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) 7.5
EMILY WARREN ROEBLING SCHOOL (THE) 7.7
BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL 7.6
EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL 6.9

Showing 20 of 449 schools. View all schools in Brooklyn

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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 NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 152
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 71.1%
Two or More 15.8%
Black 5.3%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 3.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

185 CT ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn Heights Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 58 CARROLL (THE) (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL- LS Brooklyn 0.0 mi 6.5
DIGITAL ARTS AND CINEMA TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.1
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.1
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.3
A FANTIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.1
COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.2
BROOKLYN FRONTIERS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.3
PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.4
THE STERLING SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.2
MARY MCDOWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL - UPPER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.4
PS 29 JOHN M HARRIGAN Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.8
NEW DAWN CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.0
PACKER COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.2
BROOKLYN FRIENDS SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.7
ST ANN'S SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.6
PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE Brooklyn 0.5 mi 9.1
GUIDE POST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi
BROOKLYN AUTISM CENTER ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi
PS 58 CARROLL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.6
FUSION ACADEMY BRK: BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,285

Median Home Value

$1,131,700

Median Rent

$3,207/mo

Population

69,251

College Educated

79.2%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Brooklyn Heights Montessori School has a median household income of $169,285. 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 $1,131,700, with a median rent of $3,207/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ISLAMIC CULTURAL CENTER SCHOOL New York, NY 7.8
SCHOOL HOUSE East Northport, NY 7.8
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN New York, NY 7.8
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany, NY 7.7
BASHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clayton, NY 7.7
DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn Heights Montessori School

What grades does Brooklyn Heights Montessori School serve?

Brooklyn Heights Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Brooklyn Heights Montessori School?

Brooklyn Heights Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Heights Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Brooklyn Heights Montessori School rank in NY?

Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is ranked #95 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Brooklyn Heights Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn Heights Montessori School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Brooklyn Heights Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Brooklyn Heights 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 Brooklyn Heights Montessori School a religious school?

No, Brooklyn Heights Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

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99 Walker's Paradise
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100 Rider’s Paradise
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96 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
152
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large City
County
KINGS
Data Year
2022–2023

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