Excellent
#4 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 1% of private schools
Columbus Montessori Education Center
Elementary School
979 S JAMES RD, Columbus, OH 43227
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#4 of 713
In Columbus
#2 of 38
public schools
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Columbus Montessori Education Center
Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbus Montessori Education Center
Columbus Montessori Education Center is a private elementary school in Columbus, OH. Columbus Montessori Education Center serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Montessori Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus Montessori Education Center show 43% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Columbus Montessori Education Center 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Columbus Montessori Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Columbus Montessori Education Center 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 Columbus Montessori Education Center compares to 180 public schools serving similar grades in Columbus, OH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Columbus Montessori Education Center (this school) | 9.2 |
| Johnson Park Middle School | 3.4 |
| Fairmoor Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Whitehall Preparatory and Fitness Academy | 4.3 |
| Montrose Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Berwick Alternative K-8 School | 4.8 |
| Scottwood Elementary School | 4.1 |
| BCS Online School | — |
| Bexley Middle School | 8.7 |
| Cassingham Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys | 3.1 |
| Renaissance Academy dba Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Aca | 7.1 |
| Broadleigh Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Fairwood Alternative Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Maryland Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Easthaven Elementary School | 3.3 |
| Columbus Africentric Early College Middle School | 4.0 |
| Columbus Africentric Early College ES | 5.3 |
| South Scioto Academy | 5.5 |
| Leawood Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Ohio Achievement Charter Schools Inc. dba Millennium Commun | 2.8 |
Showing 20 of 180 schools. View all schools in Columbus
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 OH.
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 OH
Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)
Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
979 S JAMES RD, Columbus, OH 43227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus Montessori Education Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montrose Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cassingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mason Run High School Columbus | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Columbus | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Johnson Park Middle School Columbus | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Fairmoor Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Berwick Alternative K-8 School Columbus | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Whitehall Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Montrose Elementary School Columbus | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Eastmoor Academy Columbus | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Scottwood Elementary School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| BCS Online School Columbus | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bexley High School Columbus | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MATER DEI ACADEMY Columbus | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bexley Middle School Columbus | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Cassingham Elementary School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys Columbus | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Broadleigh Elementary School Columbus | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HELPING HANDS CENTER DBA BRIDGEWAY ACADEMY Columbus | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Beechwood Elementary School Whitehall | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Columbus | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,314
Median Home Value
$134,300
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
25,282
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
38.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DAYTON ISLAMIC SCHOOL Beavercreek, OH | 9.1 |
| Holgate Elementary School Holgate, OH | 9.1 |
| Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 Lima, OH | 9.1 |
| ST JOSEPH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbus, OH | 9.1 |
| Lakeville Elementary School Lakeville, OH | 9.0 |
| Pandora-Gilboa Elementary School Pandora, OH | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus Montessori Education Center
What grades does Columbus Montessori Education Center serve?
Columbus Montessori Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Columbus Montessori Education Center?
Columbus Montessori Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Montessori Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Montessori Education Center is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Columbus Montessori Education Center rank in OH?
Columbus Montessori Education Center ranks #4 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Columbus Montessori Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus Montessori Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Columbus Montessori Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Montessori Education Center has 43% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Columbus Montessori Education Center a private school?
Yes, Columbus Montessori Education Center 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 Columbus Montessori Education Center a religious school?
No, Columbus Montessori Education Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (614) 231-3790
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