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#340 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 39% of private schools
Montessori Academy of Lancaster
Elementary School
2750 WEAVER RD, Lancaster, PA 17601
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#340 of 873
In Lancaster
#8 of 10
public schools
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Montessori Academy of Lancaster
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Academy of Lancaster
Montessori Academy of Lancaster is a private elementary school in Lancaster, PA. Montessori Academy of Lancaster serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Academy of Lancaster has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Montessori Academy of Lancaster 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Montessori Academy of Lancaster sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Academy of Lancaster 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 Academy of Lancaster compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Academy of Lancaster (this school) | 6.9 |
| Neff Sch | 7.9 |
| Bucher Sch | 7.7 |
| Landis Run Intermediate School | 7.7 |
| Nitrauer Sch | 7.5 |
| Brecht Sch | 7.3 |
| Schaeffer Sch | 7.7 |
| Ross El Sch | 7.3 |
| Wharton El Sch | 8.3 |
| Reynolds MS | 6.0 |
| Wickersham El Sch | 5.8 |
| Lincoln MS | 5.0 |
| Fulton El Sch | 5.7 |
| Rohrerstown El Sch | 7.8 |
| La Academia Partnership CS | 4.2 |
| Burrowes El Sch | 6.2 |
| Fritz El Sch | 7.1 |
| Carter and MacRae El Sch | 5.4 |
| Centerville El Sch | 7.4 |
| King El Sch | 5.4 |
| Wheatland MS | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Lancaster
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
2750 WEAVER RD, Lancaster, PA 17601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Academy of Lancaster may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reidenbaugh El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lititz), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wharton El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neff Sch (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Neff Sch Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Bucher Sch Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Manheim Twp HS Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Manheim Twp MS Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Landis Run Intermediate School Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Reidenbaugh El Sch Lititz | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ST. JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Nitrauer Sch Lancaster | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Brecht Sch Lancaster | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| East Petersburg El Sch East Petersburg | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| LANCASTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Ross El Sch Lancaster | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LANCASTER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lancaster | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Schaeffer Sch Lancaster | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Wharton El Sch Lancaster | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Kissel Hill El Sch Lititz | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Reynolds MS Lancaster | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lancaster | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| McCaskey Campus Lancaster | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Fulton El Sch Lancaster | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,433
Median Home Value
$324,000
Median Rent
$1,477/mo
Population
56,348
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Academy of Lancaster
What grades does Montessori Academy of Lancaster serve?
Montessori Academy of Lancaster serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori Academy of Lancaster?
Montessori Academy of Lancaster has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Lancaster?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Lancaster is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Academy of Lancaster rank in PA?
Montessori Academy of Lancaster ranks #340 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Montessori Academy of Lancaster's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Academy of Lancaster has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Academy of Lancaster a private school?
Yes, Montessori Academy of Lancaster 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 Academy of Lancaster a religious school?
No, Montessori Academy of Lancaster is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 150 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 560-0815
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