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#187 of 284 private schools in TN

Knoxville Montessori School

Elementary School

4311 KINGSTON PIKE, Knoxville, TN 37919

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#187 of 284

In Knoxville

#16 of 20

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About Knoxville Montessori School

Knoxville Montessori School is a private elementary school in Knoxville, TN. Knoxville Montessori School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Knoxville Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares0.9 pts below TN schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, Knoxville 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Knoxville Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Knoxville 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

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How Knoxville Montessori School compares to 67 public schools serving similar grades in Knoxville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.5:1

This School

14.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

582

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 57.9% vs 0%

Asian 13.2% vs 0%

Black 10.5% vs 0%

Knoxville Montessori School Knoxville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Knoxville Montessori School (this school)	—	38	9.5:1	5.9
Sequoyah Elementary	0.7 mi	507	17.5:1	8.4
Pond Gap Elementary	0.8 mi	383	13.7:1	5.4
Knox Adaptive Education Center	1.2 mi	41	3.7:1	5.5
Bearden Elementary	1.3 mi	387	15.5:1	8.5
West View Elementary	2.0 mi	202	11.9:1	5.6
Ft Sanders Education Development Center	2.3 mi	481	53.4:1	7.8
Maynard Elementary	2.8 mi	124	6.9:1	4.3
West Haven Elementary	2.9 mi	353	17.6:1	4.5
Emerald Academy	3.0 mi	458	17.6:1	6.9
Beaumont Elementary/Magnet	3.0 mi	539	15.9:1	8.1
Lonsdale Elementary	3.0 mi	517	13.3:1	6.6
Mt Olive Elementary	3.2 mi	227	11.3:1	7.9
Bearden Middle School	3.3 mi	1,243	17.3:1	5.6
Northwest Middle School	3.4 mi	808	12.6:1	4.6
Rocky Hill Elementary	3.5 mi	725	16.1:1	8.1
West Hills Elementary	3.5 mi	721	14.4:1	7.1
Pleasant Ridge Elementary	3.8 mi	297	11.9:1	6.1
Norwood Elementary	4.0 mi	489	14:1	5.5
South Knox Elementary	4.0 mi	189	14.5:1	8.7
Green Magnet Math And Science Academy	4.1 mi	390	12.6:1	5.4

Showing 20 of 67 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 58%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.9 / 10

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Enrollment 38

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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)

White 57.9%

Asian 13.2%

Two or More 13.2%

Black 10.5%

Native American 5.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4311 KINGSTON PIKE, Knoxville, TN 37919

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Knoxville Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bearden Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoyah Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beaumont Elementary/Magnet (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PRIDE & JOY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Knoxville	0.1 mi	15	—
West High School Knoxville	0.5 mi	1,509	6.5
Sequoyah Elementary Knoxville	0.7 mi	507	8.4
Pond Gap Elementary Knoxville	0.8 mi	383	5.4
KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville	0.7 mi	32	6.9
Knox Adaptive Education Center Knoxville	1.2 mi	41	5.5
Bearden Elementary Knoxville	1.3 mi	387	8.5
SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Knoxville	1.8 mi	513	6.8
West View Elementary Knoxville	2.0 mi	202	5.6
Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville	2.3 mi	481	7.8
West Haven Elementary Knoxville	2.9 mi	353	4.5
Lonsdale Elementary Knoxville	3.0 mi	517	6.6
Maynard Elementary Knoxville	2.8 mi	124	4.3
Beaumont Elementary/Magnet Knoxville	3.0 mi	539	8.1
APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville	3.4 mi	210	6.0
Emerald Academy Knoxville	3.0 mi	458	6.9
RIVERS EDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Knoxville	3.2 mi	522	3.4
Mt Olive Elementary Knoxville	3.2 mi	227	7.9
Northwest Middle School Knoxville	3.4 mi	808	4.6
L N STEM Academy Knoxville	3.3 mi	581	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37919 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,863

Median Home Value

$453,000

Median Rent

$1,247/mo

Population

31,401

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

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STANDIFER GAP SDA SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN	48	6.0
STANFORD EISENBERG KNOXVILLE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Knoxville, TN	53	6.1
CEDARS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lebanon, TN	40	5.4
HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville, TN	30	6.4
LITTLE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville, TN	47	6.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Knoxville Montessori School

What grades does Knoxville Montessori School serve?

Knoxville Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Knoxville Montessori School?

Knoxville Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Knoxville Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Knoxville Montessori School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Knoxville Montessori School rank in TN?

Knoxville Montessori School ranks #187 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is Knoxville Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Knoxville Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Knoxville Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Knoxville 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 Knoxville Montessori School a religious school?

No, Knoxville Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 28 Some Transit
Bike Score: 53 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 38
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Knox County
Phone: (865) 525-6042

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