Very Good
#278 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 28% of private schools
Montessori School of Syracuse
Elementary School
155 WALDORF PKWY, Syracuse, NY 13224
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#278 of 992
In Syracuse
#4 of 12
public schools
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Montessori School of Syracuse
Elementary School in Syracuse · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori School of Syracuse
Montessori School of Syracuse is a private elementary school in Syracuse, NY. Montessori School of Syracuse serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 2.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori School of Syracuse has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, Montessori School of Syracuse 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 2.4:1 students to teachers, Montessori School of Syracuse sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori School of Syracuse 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 Montessori School of Syracuse compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Syracuse, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori School of Syracuse (this school) | 7.0 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| SYRACUSE LATIN SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| MCKINLEY-BRIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| HUTCHINGS CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES | — |
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY | 5.0 |
| DR WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| HUNTINGTON K-8 SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| SOUTHSIDE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| VAN DUYN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| CITIZENSHIP AND SCIENCE ACADEMY OF SYRACUSE CHARTER SCHOOL | 2.2 |
| EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY | 3.8 |
| CLARY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 2.9 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT | 5.2 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| SALEM HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| ROBERTS K-8 SCHOOL | 2.6 |
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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.
Data Unavailable
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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
155 WALDORF PKWY, Syracuse, NY 13224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori School of Syracuse may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), with a very similar rating. Another option is TECUMSEH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Jamesville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.5 mi | — |
| TECUMSEH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jamesville | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| EDWARD SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| NOTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| JAMESVILLE-DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jamesville | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| HURLBUT W SMITH K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| SYRACUSE LATIN SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HENNINGER HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| HUNTINGTON K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MCKINLEY-BRIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| HUTCHINGS CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES Syracuse | 2.0 mi | — |
| STEAM AT DR KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| DR WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MANLIUS PEBBLE HILL SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MOSES DEWITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dewitt | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY Syracuse | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ONONDAGA CNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT Albany | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,667
Median Home Value
$215,100
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
8,638
College Educated
56.5%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori School of Syracuse
What grades does Montessori School of Syracuse serve?
Montessori School of Syracuse serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori School of Syracuse?
Montessori School of Syracuse has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Syracuse?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Syracuse is 2.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori School of Syracuse rank in NY?
Montessori School of Syracuse ranks #278 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Montessori School of Syracuse's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori School of Syracuse has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori School of Syracuse a private school?
Yes, Montessori School of Syracuse 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 Montessori School of Syracuse a religious school?
No, Montessori School of Syracuse is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Onondaga County
- Phone
- (315) 449-9033
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