Excellent
#9 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 1% of private schools
Ruffing Montessori School
Elementary School
3380 FAIRMOUNT BLVD, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#9 of 713
In Cleveland Heights
#1 of 5
public schools
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Ruffing Montessori School
Elementary School in Cleveland Heights · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ruffing Montessori School
Ruffing Montessori School is a private elementary school in Cleveland Heights, OH. Ruffing Montessori School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruffing Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Ruffing Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ruffing 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
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Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ruffing Montessori School (this school) | 9.0 |
| Fairfax Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Canterbury Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Tiger Virtual Academy | 4.0 |
| Roxboro Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Roxboro Middle School | 5.9 |
| Boulevard Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Noble Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Monticello Middle School | 5.9 |
| Caledonia Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Oxford Elementary School | 5.9 |
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 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3380 FAIRMOUNT BLVD, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruffing Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canterbury Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Fairfax Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fernway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cleveland Heights, see our Cleveland Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfax Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Canterbury Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Shaker Hts High School Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Onaway Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Woodbury Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Cleveland Heights High School Cleveland Heights | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Boulevard Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HATHAWAY BROWN SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Tiger Virtual Academy Cleveland Heights | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| HANNA PERKINS SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.2 mi | — |
| COMMUNION OF SAINTS SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Lomond Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Boulevard Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GESU SCHOOL University Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Shaker Hts Middle School Shaker Heights | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Andrew J Rickoff Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Roxboro Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Roxboro Middle School Cleveland Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,328
Median Home Value
$205,600
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
40,389
College Educated
61.2%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beverly-Center Elementary School Beverly, OH | 9.0 |
| Coolville Elementary School Coolville, OH | 9.0 |
| East Garfield Elementary School Steubenville, OH | 9.0 |
| Emerson Elementary School Lakewood, OH | 9.0 |
| Emerson Elementary School Westerville, OH | 9.0 |
| Mansfield Spanish Immersion School Mansfield, OH | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruffing Montessori School
What grades does Ruffing Montessori School serve?
Ruffing Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ruffing Montessori School?
Ruffing Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruffing Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruffing Montessori School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ruffing Montessori School rank in OH?
Ruffing Montessori School ranks #9 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Ruffing Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruffing Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ruffing Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Ruffing 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 Ruffing Montessori School a religious school?
No, Ruffing Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Phone
- (216) 321-7571
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