Average
#29 of 77 private schools in UT
Top 36% of private schools
Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City
Elementary School
2416 E 1700 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Utah private schools
#29 of 77
In Salt Lake City
#8 of 24
public schools
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Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City
Elementary School in Salt Lake City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City
Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City is a private elementary school in Salt Lake City, UT. Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 77 private schools in UT.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City 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 6.1:1 students to teachers, Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City 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 Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Salt Lake City, UT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City (this school) | 6.8 |
| Beacon Heights School | 9.0 |
| Dilworth School | 8.1 |
| Indian Hills School | 9.5 |
| Bonneville School | 9.3 |
| Uintah School | 9.1 |
| Highland Park School | 8.9 |
| Rosecrest School | 7.9 |
| Canyon Rim Academy | 7.9 |
| Emerson School | 7.9 |
| Evergreen Jr High | 7.4 |
| Jean Massieu School for the Deaf | 5.8 |
| Blind Region 2 | — |
| Hawthorne School | 9.2 |
| Utah Connections Academy | 5.6 |
| Eastwood School | 8.7 |
| Nibley Park School | 6.9 |
| Upland Terrace School | 8.4 |
| M. Lynn Bennion School | 3.4 |
| Wasatch Jr High | 7.1 |
| William Penn School | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 74 schools. View all schools in Salt Lake City
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 UT.
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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 UT
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
2416 E 1700 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indian Hills School (rated 9.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bonneville School (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Uintah School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside Middle Salt Lake City | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Beacon Heights School Salt Lake City | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Indian Hills School Salt Lake City | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Dilworth School Salt Lake City | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Clayton Middle Salt Lake City | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts Salt Lake City | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Bonneville School Salt Lake City | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Highland High Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| UNIVERSITY ACADEMY Salt Lake City | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Uintah School Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ELIZABETH ACADEMY Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| GARFIELD ACADEMY Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Rosecrest School Salt Lake City | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Highland Park School Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Canyon Rim Academy Salt Lake City | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| CARMEN B PINGREE CENTER Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CARDEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| THE CHIRON ACADEMY Salt Lake City | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,469
Median Home Value
$759,800
Median Rent
$1,562/mo
Population
21,951
College Educated
77.6%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
34
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| DANCING MOOSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Valley City, UT | 6.7 |
| IQRA ACADEMY OF UTAH Salt Lake City, UT | 7.0 |
| Tabiona School Tabiona, UT | 7.0 |
| Circleville School Circleville, UT | 6.5 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sandy, UT | 6.5 |
| ARCHES ACADEMY Orem, UT | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City
What grades does Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City serve?
Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City?
Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City rank in UT?
Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City ranks #29 of 77 private schools in UT.
What is Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City a private school?
Yes, Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City 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 Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City a religious school?
No, Montessori Community School of Salt Lake City is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Phone
- (801) 355-1555
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