Average
#490 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 49% of private schools
Namaste Montessori School
Elementary School
1608 TRUMANSBURG RD, Ithaca, NY 14850
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#490 of 992
In Ithaca
#3 of 3
public schools
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Namaste Montessori School
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About Namaste Montessori School
Namaste Montessori School is a private elementary school in Ithaca, NY. Namaste Montessori School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Namaste Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #490 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Namaste 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Namaste Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Namaste 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 Namaste Montessori School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Ithaca, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Namaste Montessori School (this school) | 6.3 |
| ENFIELD SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| SOUTH HILL SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| NORTHEAST SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| TOMPKINS-SENECA-TIOGA BOCES | 5.6 |
| BELLE SHERMAN SCHOOL | 4.9 |
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
1608 TRUMANSBURG RD, Ithaca, NY 14850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Namaste Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHEAST SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TRUMANSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Trumansburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Lansing), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ithaca, see our Ithaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ENFIELD SCHOOL Ithaca | 3.8 mi | 3.5 |
| LANSING MIDDLE SCHOOL Lansing | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LANSING HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 4.5 mi | 8.3 |
| RAYMOND C BUCKLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lansing | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
| BEVERLY J MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.9 mi | 3.7 |
| FALL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.8 mi | 4.3 |
| NEW ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca | 4.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CHARLES O DICKERSON HIGH SCHOOL Trumansburg | 5.2 mi | 8.4 |
| TRUMANSBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trumansburg | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| RUSSELL I DOIG MIDDLE SCHOOL Trumansburg | 5.4 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTH HILL SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| FINGER LAKES RESIDENTIAL CENTER Lansing | 5.8 mi | — |
| CASCADILLA SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.6 mi | — |
| DEWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.6 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTHEAST SCHOOL Ithaca | 5.6 mi | 7.3 |
| EAC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca | 6.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,689
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
66,495
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
28.7
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| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 6.3 |
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| MOHAWK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Namaste Montessori School
What grades does Namaste Montessori School serve?
Namaste Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Namaste Montessori School?
Namaste Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Namaste Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Namaste Montessori School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Namaste Montessori School rank in NY?
Namaste Montessori School ranks #490 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Namaste Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Namaste Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Namaste Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Namaste 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 Namaste Montessori School a religious school?
No, Namaste 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
- 36
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Tompkins County
- Phone
- (607) 272-0515
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