Very Good
#286 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 33% of private schools
The Montessori Children's House of York
Elementary School
3417 E MARKET ST, York, PA 17402
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#286 of 873
In York
#9 of 11
public schools
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The Montessori Children's House of York
Elementary School in York · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Yorkshire EL Sch
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About The Montessori Children's House of York
The Montessori Children's House of York is a private elementary school in York, PA. The Montessori Children's House of York serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Montessori Children's House of York has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, The Montessori Children's House of York 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, The Montessori Children's House of York sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Montessori Children's House of York 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 The Montessori Children's House of York compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in York, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Montessori Children's House of York (this school) | 7.1 |
| Yorkshire El Sch | 6.4 |
| York Suburban MS | 5.8 |
| Stony Brook El Sch | 5.5 |
| East York El Sch | 7.7 |
| North Hills El Sch | 4.5 |
| Central York MS | 4.7 |
| Locust Grove El Sch | 6.1 |
| Davis Sch | 4.3 |
| Valley View El Sch | 6.7 |
| Goode Sch | 5.3 |
| Hannah Penn | 6.2 |
| Ore Valley El Sch | 6.5 |
| Jackson Sch | 5.1 |
| York Academy Regional CS | 6.9 |
| Hayshire El Sch | 3.5 |
| McKinley Sch | 5.8 |
| Ferguson Sch | 4.4 |
| Lincoln CS | 2.4 |
| Devers Sch | 4.6 |
| York Twp El Sch | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in York
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.
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 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
3417 E MARKET ST, York, PA 17402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Montessori Children's House of York may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East York El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Valley View El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire El Sch York | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| York Suburban MS York | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Stony Brook El Sch York | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| East York El Sch York | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| GRACE ACADEMY York | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| North Hills El Sch York | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Central York MS York | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Locust Grove El Sch York | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Davis Sch York | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| TIDINGS OF PEACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL York | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ore Valley El Sch York | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Kreutz Creek El Sch Hellam | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Central York HS York | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| York County School of Technology York | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Larry J. Macaluso El Sch Red Lion | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Hannah Penn York | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,134
Median Home Value
$247,800
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
37,074
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
39.5
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| B.C.A. AND CHILDCARE CENTER INC. Philadelphia, PA | 7.1 |
| RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY Harrisburg, PA | 7.1 |
| NEW MEADOW RUN SCHOOL Farmington, PA | 7.0 |
| NORTHEAST CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.0 |
| SMART CENTER ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 7.0 |
| MOUNT LEBANON MONTESSORI Pittsburgh, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Montessori Children's House of York
What grades does The Montessori Children's House of York serve?
The Montessori Children's House of York serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Montessori Children's House of York?
The Montessori Children's House of York has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Montessori Children's House of York?
The student-teacher ratio at The Montessori Children's House of York is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Montessori Children's House of York rank in PA?
The Montessori Children's House of York ranks #286 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Montessori Children's House of York's MySchoolScout rating?
The Montessori Children's House of York has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Montessori Children's House of York a private school?
Yes, The Montessori Children's House of York 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 The Montessori Children's House of York a religious school?
No, The Montessori Children's House of York is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (717) 757-1331
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