Very Good
#228 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 26% of private schools
Wyoming Valley Montessori School
Elementary School
851 W MARKET ST, Kingston, PA 18704
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#228 of 873
In Kingston
#2 of 4
public schools
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Wyoming Valley Montessori School
Elementary School in Kingston · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wyoming Valley Montessori School
Wyoming Valley Montessori School is a private elementary school in Kingston, PA. Wyoming Valley Montessori School serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wyoming Valley Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Wyoming Valley Montessori School 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Wyoming Valley Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wyoming Valley 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
BetaHow Wyoming Valley Montessori School compares to the 4 public schools in Kingston, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kingston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wyoming Valley Montessori School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS | 3.0 |
| Chester Street El Sch | 4.0 |
| Third Avenue El Sch | 2.7 |
| West Side Career & Technology Center | 6.5 |
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
851 W MARKET ST, Kingston, PA 18704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wyoming Valley Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), with a comparable rating. Another option is Dr David W Kistler El Sch (rated 4.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), a more accessible option. Additionally, State El Ctr (rated 4.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Larksville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 0.6 mi | — |
| West Side Career & Technology Center Kingston | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 1.0 mi | — |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Luzerne | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 2.3 mi | — |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,907
Median Home Value
$154,600
Median Rent
$935/mo
Population
30,997
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
40.6
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|---|---|
| THE WALDEN SCHOOL Media, PA | 7.3 |
| MOUNT LEBANON MONTESSORI Pittsburgh, PA | 7.2 |
| A STEP UP ACADEMY Jenkintown, PA | 7.4 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Sayre, PA | 7.4 |
| JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY Allentown, PA | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wyoming Valley Montessori School
What grades does Wyoming Valley Montessori School serve?
Wyoming Valley Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Wyoming Valley Montessori School?
Wyoming Valley Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wyoming Valley Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wyoming Valley Montessori School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wyoming Valley Montessori School rank in PA?
Wyoming Valley Montessori School ranks #228 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Wyoming Valley Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wyoming Valley Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wyoming Valley Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Wyoming Valley 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 Wyoming Valley Montessori School a religious school?
No, Wyoming Valley Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Phone
- (570) 288-3708
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