Below Average

#403 of 457 private schools in VA

Mcdonald Montessori School

Elementary School

4200 GRANBY ST, Norfolk, VA 23504

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#403 of 457

In Norfolk

#15 of 17

public schools

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About Mcdonald Montessori School

Mcdonald Montessori School is a private elementary school in Norfolk, VA. Mcdonald Montessori School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcdonald Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.3 pts below VA schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 34 students, Mcdonald 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.

Mcdonald 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.

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How Mcdonald Montessori School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.3:1

This School

12.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

472

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 55.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 11.8% vs 0%

Black 8.8% vs 0%

Asian 8.8% vs 0%

Mcdonald Montessori School Norfolk Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mcdonald Montessori School (this school)	—	34	11.3:1	4.9
Willard Elementary	0.8 mi	449	10.2:1	6.8
James Monroe Elementary	0.8 mi	262	9:1	4.4
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood	1.0 mi	730	14.6:1	9.3
Larchmont Elementary	1.1 mi	490	15.3:1	7.3
Lindenwood Elementary	1.3 mi	242	10.1:1	6.0
Ghent K-8	1.5 mi	501	12.5:1	6.8
Granby Elementary	1.6 mi	486	11.3:1	4.4
Suburban Park Elementary	1.6 mi	447	14:1	5.6
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary	1.7 mi	343	14.3:1	8.2
P.B. Young Sr. Elementary	2.1 mi	217	9:1	2.9
Jacox Elementary	2.2 mi	567	12.9:1	3.0
Richard Bowling Elementary	2.4 mi	462	12.8:1	4.7
Norview Elementary	2.4 mi	375	13.4:1	4.8
Coleman Place Elementary	2.4 mi	560	13:1	3.1
Sherwood Forest Elementary	2.5 mi	439	13.7:1	5.0
Ruffner School	2.7 mi	540	10.4:1	3.1
Crossroads PreK-8 School	2.8 mi	750	11.7:1	5.4
Tanners Creek Elementary	2.8 mi	517	13.6:1	4.9
Camp Allen Elementary	3.1 mi	401	11.8:1	8.4
Sewells Point Elementary	3.1 mi	523	13.1:1	6.3

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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 VA.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,105

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 64%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 2.0 / 10

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Enrollment 34

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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)

White 55.9%

Two or More 14.7%

Hispanic 11.8%

Black 8.8%

Asian 8.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4200 GRANBY ST, Norfolk, VA 23504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mcdonald Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Larchmont Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willard Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
James Monroe Elementary Norfolk	0.8 mi	262	4.4
Willard Elementary Norfolk	0.8 mi	449	6.8
DOMINION ACADEMY Norfolk	1.1 mi	37	8.2
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood Norfolk	1.0 mi	730	9.3
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Norfolk	1.1 mi	372	6.6
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Norfolk	1.1 mi	188	7.0
Lindenwood Elementary Norfolk	1.3 mi	242	6.0
Larchmont Elementary Norfolk	1.1 mi	490	7.3
NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk	1.1 mi	516	7.1
NORFOLK CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Norfolk	1.4 mi	609	6.2
BINA HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk	1.4 mi	4	—
Granby High Norfolk	1.5 mi	1,850	6.4
Ghent K-8 Norfolk	1.5 mi	501	6.8
Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk	1.5 mi	1,736	6.7
Granby Elementary Norfolk	1.6 mi	486	4.4
Blair Middle Norfolk	1.4 mi	1,072	4.8
PARK PLACE SCHOOL Norfolk	1.5 mi	69	4.5
Suburban Park Elementary Norfolk	1.6 mi	447	5.6
NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk	1.8 mi	489	5.2
WEST GHENT SCHOOL Norfolk	1.7 mi	15	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,156

Median Home Value

$259,500

Median Rent

$872/mo

Population

24,052

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

35.1%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

35.1%

Median Age

28.7

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MINERAL SPRINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vinton, VA	32	4.9
ALDERSGATE NEW CREATION UMC KINDER PREP Chesapeake, VA	34	4.6
FIRST FRIENDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hampton, VA	35	5.3
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Danville, VA	46	5.4
THE BRANCHES ACADEMY & EARLY LEARNING CENTER Lynchburg, VA	43	5.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF VIRGINIA Virginia Beach, VA	37	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mcdonald Montessori School

What grades does Mcdonald Montessori School serve?

Mcdonald Montessori School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Mcdonald Montessori School?

Mcdonald Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mcdonald Montessori School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mcdonald Montessori School rank in VA?

Mcdonald Montessori School ranks #403 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Mcdonald Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mcdonald Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mcdonald Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald Montessori School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 75 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 40 Some Transit
Bike Score: 63 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment: 34
Gender Split: 56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Norfolk city
Phone: (757) 423-1800

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