Very Good
#108 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 23% of private schools
Blue Ridge Montessori School
Elementary School
1071 WOODBERRY SQ PL, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#108 of 457
In Lynchburg
#1 of 8
public schools
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Blue Ridge Montessori School
Elementary School in Lynchburg · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blue Ridge Montessori School
Blue Ridge Montessori School is a private elementary school in Lynchburg, VA. Blue Ridge Montessori School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Ridge Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, Blue Ridge 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Blue Ridge Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge Montessori School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Lynchburg, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Montessori School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Sandusky Elementary | 5.3 |
| Sandusky Middle | 4.1 |
| Heritage Elementary | 5.8 |
| Perrymont Elementary | 4.9 |
| Brookville Middle | 5.8 |
| Tomahawk Elementary | 6.3 |
| Sheffield Elementary | 5.9 |
| Linkhorne Elementary | 4.4 |
| Linkhorne Middle | 4.2 |
| Bedford Hills Elementary | 5.1 |
| T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation | 4.8 |
| Leesville Road Elementary | 7.6 |
| Boonsboro Elementary | 8.2 |
| Dearington Elementary/Innovation | 5.0 |
| Paul Munro Elementary | 9.4 |
| Robert S. Payne Elementary | 3.9 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle for Innovation | 5.6 |
| William M. Bass Elementary | 5.0 |
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 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
1071 WOODBERRY SQ PL, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blue Ridge Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Forest), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES RIVER DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tomahawk Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lynchburg, see our Lynchburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS Lynchburg | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Sandusky Middle Lynchburg | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Brookville Middle Lynchburg | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Heritage Elementary Lynchburg | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Brookville High Lynchburg | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Heritage High Lynchburg | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Tomahawk Elementary Lynchburg | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| THE BRANCHES ACADEMY & EARLY LEARNING CENTER Lynchburg | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TIMBERLAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Forest | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Forest | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Sheffield Elementary Lynchburg | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| JAMES RIVER DAY SCHOOL Lynchburg | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BRIDGES TREATMENT CENTER Lynchburg | 3.7 mi | — |
| Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Forest High Forest | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,027
Median Home Value
$214,300
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
41,314
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
53.7%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF VIRGINIA Richmond, VA | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn, VA | 7.3 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Ashburn, VA | 7.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT CHANTILLY Chantilly, VA | 7.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FAIRFAX Fairfax, VA | 7.4 |
| CEDAR ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake, VA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blue Ridge Montessori School
What grades does Blue Ridge Montessori School serve?
Blue Ridge Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Blue Ridge Montessori School?
Blue Ridge Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Montessori School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Blue Ridge Montessori School rank in VA?
Blue Ridge Montessori School ranks #108 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Blue Ridge Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Ridge Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Blue Ridge Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Blue Ridge Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Blue Ridge Montessori School a religious school?
Blue Ridge Montessori School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 67
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bedford County
- Phone
- (434) 525-0061
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