Very Good
#42 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 21% of private schools
May River Montessori School
Elementary School
60 CALHOUN ST, Bluffton, SC 29910
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#42 of 192
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May River Montessori School
Elementary School in Bluffton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About May River Montessori School
May River Montessori School is a private elementary school in Bluffton, SC. May River Montessori School serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. May River Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 104 students, May River 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 4.9:1 students to teachers, May River Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
May River 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 May River Montessori School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Bluffton, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| May River Montessori School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Michael C. Riley Elementary | 6.3 |
| Red Cedar Elementary | 7.8 |
| Bluffton Middle | 6.7 |
| Bluffton Elementary | 7.1 |
| H. E. McCracken Middle | 7.5 |
| River Ridge Academy | 8.6 |
| Pritchardville Elementary | 8.0 |
| Okatie Elementary | 8.2 |
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 SC.
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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 SC
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
60 CALHOUN ST, Bluffton, SC 29910
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering May River Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Ridge Academy (rated 8.6/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Okatie Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 7.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pritchardville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bluffton, see our Bluffton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Michael C. Riley Elementary Bluffton | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Red Cedar Elementary Bluffton | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Bluffton Middle Bluffton | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Bluffton Elementary Bluffton | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Bluffton High Bluffton | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| H. E. McCracken Middle Bluffton | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| River Ridge Academy Bluffton | 5.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Pritchardville Elementary Bluffton | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Okatie Elementary Bluffton | 7.2 mi | 8.2 |
| May River High Bluffton | 6.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts Hilton Head Island | 7.6 mi | 6.3 |
| HILTON HEAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hilton Head Island | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Hilton Head Island Elementary Hilton Head Island | 7.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SEA PINES MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hilton Head Island | 8.5 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland | 8.9 mi | 6.7 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ridgeland | 8.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Hilton Head Island High Hilton Head Island | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Hilton Head Island | 8.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Hilton Head Island Middle Hilton Head Island | 7.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center Hilton Head Island | 8.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29910 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,122
Median Home Value
$420,200
Median Rent
$1,848/mo
Population
50,173
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE COOPER SCHOOL Charleston, SC | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FLORENCE Florence, SC | 7.1 |
| SUNDROPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mount Pleasant, SC | 7.1 |
| CUTLER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Columbia, SC | 7.0 |
| DIVINE REDEEMER SCHOOL Hanahan, SC | 7.4 |
| SEA PINES MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hilton Head Island, SC | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about May River Montessori School
What grades does May River Montessori School serve?
May River Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend May River Montessori School?
May River Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at May River Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at May River Montessori School is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does May River Montessori School rank in SC?
May River Montessori School ranks #42 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is May River Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
May River Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is May River Montessori School a private school?
Yes, May River 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 May River Montessori School a religious school?
No, May River Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 104
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Beaufort County
- Phone
- (843) 757-2312
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