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#323 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 33% of private schools
Forest Hills Montessori School
Elementary School
6704 AUSTIN ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#323 of 992
In Forest Hills
#3 of 6
public schools
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Forest Hills Montessori School
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About Forest Hills Montessori School
Forest Hills Montessori School is a private elementary school in Forest Hills, NY. Forest Hills Montessori School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Hills Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Forest Hills 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Forest Hills Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Montessori School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Forest Hills, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Hills Montessori School (this school) | 6.8 |
| JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE | 7.3 |
| PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN | 7.7 |
| ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) | 8.5 |
| PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS | 8.3 |
| PS 220 EDWARD MANDEL | 6.8 |
| PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY | 8.6 |
| METROPOLITAN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| PS 233 | 4.5 |
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
6704 AUSTIN ST, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Hills Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 174 WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Rego Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forest Hills, see our Forest Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,319
Median Home Value
$572,800
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
75,320
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HUDSON LAB SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson, NY | 6.8 |
| GATEWAY CITY ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manhasset, NY | 6.7 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside, NY | 6.9 |
| QUEEN'S PAIDEIA SCHOOL Long Island City, NY | 6.9 |
| THE HEBREW ACADEMY OHR MENACHEM-CHABAD New City, NY | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Hills Montessori School
What grades does Forest Hills Montessori School serve?
Forest Hills Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Forest Hills Montessori School?
Forest Hills Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills Montessori School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Forest Hills Montessori School rank in NY?
Forest Hills Montessori School ranks #323 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Forest Hills Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Hills Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Forest Hills Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Montessori School a religious school?
No, Forest Hills 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
- 47
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 275-0173
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