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#384 of 457 private schools in VA
Belle Meade Montessori School
School
353 FT VALLEY RD, Sperryville, VA 22740
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#384 of 457
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Belle Meade Montessori School
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About Belle Meade Montessori School
Belle Meade Montessori School is a private school in Sperryville, VA. Belle Meade Montessori School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Meade Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #384 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Belle Meade 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 8:1 students to teachers, Belle Meade Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Belle Meade 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.
Schools in Sperryville
No public schools found in Sperryville for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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 VA.
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 VA
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
353 FT VALLEY RD, Sperryville, VA 22740
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Meade Montessori School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MT CARMEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Luray), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OAK GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Aroda), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sperryville, see our Sperryville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEARTHSTONE SCHOOL Sperryville | 6.3 mi | — |
| Rappahannock County High Washington | 8.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Rappahannock County Elementary Washington | 9.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Waverly Yowell Elementary Madison | 12.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Madison County High Madison | 13.9 mi | 7.6 |
| William H. Wetsel Middle Madison | 13.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Madison Primary Madison | 14.2 mi | 5.4 |
| OAK GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Aroda | 15.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Yowell Elementary Culpeper | 13.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Luray Elementary Luray | 13.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Luray Middle Luray | 13.6 mi | 6.3 |
| MT CARMEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Luray | 13.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Springfield Elementary Rileyville | 15.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Farmington Elementary Culpeper | 14.4 mi | 3.9 |
| A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper | 14.5 mi | 6.6 |
| EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Culpeper | 14.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper | 14.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CULPEPER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culpeper | 14.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Floyd T. Binns Middle Culpeper | 14.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Sycamore Park Elementary Culpeper | 14.4 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,220
Median Home Value
$398,800
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
873
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
76.8%
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
61.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ALLEGHANY HIGHLANDS Covington, VA | 5.2 |
| MAYFLOWER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pulaski, VA | 5.3 |
| THE LIVING WATER SCHOOL Alexandria, VA | 5.3 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Cedar Bluff, VA | 4.9 |
| NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg, VA | 5.6 |
| KEEN MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakwood, VA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Meade Montessori School
What grades does Belle Meade Montessori School serve?
Belle Meade Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Belle Meade Montessori School?
Belle Meade Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Meade Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Meade Montessori School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Belle Meade Montessori School rank in VA?
Belle Meade Montessori School ranks #384 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Belle Meade Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Meade Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Belle Meade Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Belle Meade 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 Belle Meade Montessori School a religious school?
No, Belle Meade Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Rappahannock County
- Phone
- (540) 987-8970
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