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#152 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 21% of private schools

South Suburban Montessori

Elementary School

4450 OAKES RD BLDG 7, Brecksville, OH 44141

Private

Enrollment

110

Student-Teacher

6.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#152 of 713

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South Suburban Montessori

7.7/10

Elementary School in Brecksville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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8.0/10

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About South Suburban Montessori

South Suburban Montessori is a private elementary school in Brecksville, OH. South Suburban Montessori serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. South Suburban Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares1.0 pts above OH schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 110 students, South Suburban Montessori 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, South Suburban Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

South Suburban Montessori 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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How South Suburban Montessori compares to the 1 public school in Brecksville, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
This School
vs
20.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
110
This School
vs
1,717
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.9% vs 0%
Black 2.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.7% vs 0%
South Suburban Montessori Brecksville Public Avg

All Schools in Brecksville

School Rating
South Suburban Montessori (this school) 7.7
Brecksville-Broadview Heights Elementary School 6.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 110
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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)

White 90.9%
Two or More 3.6%
Black 2.7%
Asian 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4450 OAKES RD BLDG 7, Brecksville, OH 44141

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Suburban Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Independence Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Independence), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Royalton Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby North Royalton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Green Valley Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Parma), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brecksville, see our Brecksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Brecksville-Broadview Heights Elementary School Brecksville 0.3 mi 6.1
Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School Broadview Heights 1.6 mi 8.0
ASSUMPTION ACADEMY Broadview Heights 1.6 mi 6.9
Brecksville-Broadview Heights Middle School Broadview Heights 1.9 mi 9.4
LAWERENCE SCHOOL - LOWER Broadview Heights 3.0 mi 7.5
Hillside Middle School Seven Hills 4.4 mi 7.9
North Royalton Elementary School North Royalton 3.5 mi 8.1
Independence Primary School Independence 4.6 mi 9.3
Green Valley Elementary School Parma 4.4 mi 7.9
Independence Middle School Independence 4.8 mi 9.2
Normandy High School Parma 4.5 mi 6.4
Independence High School Independence 4.9 mi 7.4
North Royalton Middle School North Royalton 3.9 mi 8.6
North Royalton High School North Royalton 3.9 mi 7.0
ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL North Royalton 4.1 mi 4.5
STEPS EDUCATIONAL GROUP Parma 4.7 mi 7.9
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Independence 5.6 mi 6.2
ST COLUMBKILLE SCHOOL Parma 5.6 mi 6.9
Dentzler Elementary School Parma 5.4 mi 7.9
Alternative Education Academy Independence 6.2 mi 2.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,347

Median Home Value

$360,300

Median Rent

$1,448/mo

Population

13,954

College Educated

57.7%

Homeownership

85.2%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

49.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Suburban Montessori

What grades does South Suburban Montessori serve?

South Suburban Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend South Suburban Montessori?

South Suburban Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Suburban Montessori?

The student-teacher ratio at South Suburban Montessori is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does South Suburban Montessori rank in OH?

South Suburban Montessori ranks #152 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is South Suburban Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?

South Suburban Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is South Suburban Montessori a private school?

Yes, South Suburban Montessori 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 South Suburban Montessori a religious school?

No, South Suburban Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
110
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County

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