Very Good
#33 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 11% of private schools
Garden Montessori School
Elementary School
3225 GARDEN DR, Knoxville, TN 37918
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#33 of 284
In Knoxville
#2 of 20
public schools
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Garden Montessori School
Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garden Montessori School
Garden Montessori School is a private elementary school in Knoxville, TN. Garden Montessori School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Garden 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Garden Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Garden 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 Garden Montessori School compares to 69 public schools serving similar grades in Knoxville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Garden Montessori School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Fountain City Elementary | 7.6 |
| Gresham Middle School | 4.3 |
| Shannondale Elementary | 8.2 |
| Whittle Springs Middle School | 5.1 |
| Tennessee Virtual Academy | 4.4 |
| Tennessee Virtual Junior High School | 2.6 |
| Adrian Burnett Elementary | 5.8 |
| Sterchi Elementary | 5.0 |
| Richard Yoakley School | 5.6 |
| Inskip Elementary | 4.3 |
| Brickey McCloud Elementary | 6.5 |
| Belle Morris Elementary | 4.1 |
| Halls Middle School | 4.7 |
| Christenberry Elementary | 7.6 |
| Halls Elementary | 8.0 |
| Spring Hill Elementary | 4.8 |
| Ritta Elementary | 5.9 |
| Lonsdale Elementary | 6.6 |
| Fair Garden Family/Community Center | 3.4 |
| Holston Middle School | 4.3 |
Showing 20 of 69 schools. View all schools in Knoxville
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 TN.
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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 TN
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
3225 GARDEN DR, Knoxville, TN 37918
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shannondale Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Halls Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fountain City Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central High School Knoxville | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Fountain City Elementary Knoxville | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Gresham Middle School Knoxville | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Shannondale Elementary Knoxville | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 2.6 |
| Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Adrian Burnett Elementary Knoxville | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Sterchi Elementary Knoxville | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Belle Morris Elementary Knoxville | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Inskip Elementary Knoxville | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Halls Middle School Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Richard Yoakley School Knoxville | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Christenberry Elementary Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Halls High School Knoxville | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Halls Elementary Knoxville | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Fulton High School Knoxville | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37918 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,311
Median Home Value
$237,500
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
45,978
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gap Creek Elementary Knoxville, TN | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallatin, TN | 7.7 |
| ABINTRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Nashville, TN | 7.8 |
| BORNBLUM JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Memphis, TN | 7.9 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis, TN | 7.9 |
| ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA Chattanooga, TN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Montessori School
What grades does Garden Montessori School serve?
Garden Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Garden Montessori School?
Garden Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Montessori School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Garden Montessori School rank in TN?
Garden Montessori School ranks #33 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Garden Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Montessori School 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 Garden Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Garden 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 Garden Montessori School a religious school?
No, Garden 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
- 85
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Knox County
- Phone
- (865) 688-6776
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