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#312 of 457 private schools in VA

Montessori Academy of Virginia

Elementary School

1468 KEMPSVILLE RD, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Private

Enrollment

108

Student-Teacher

21.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#312 of 457

In Chesapeake

#8 of 12

public schools

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Montessori Academy of Virginia

5.8/10

Elementary School in Chesapeake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Montessori Academy of Virginia

Montessori Academy of Virginia is a private elementary school in Chesapeake, VA. Montessori Academy of Virginia serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Academy of Virginia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #312 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.4 pts below VA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 108 students, Montessori Academy of Virginia 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.

Montessori Academy of Virginia runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Montessori Academy of Virginia 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 Montessori Academy of Virginia compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Chesapeake, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
21.6:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
108
This School
vs
643
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.5% vs 0%
Black 14.8% vs 0%
Asian 7.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Montessori Academy of Virginia Chesapeake Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Montessori Academy of Virginia (this school) 5.8
Greenbrier Primary 5.6
Greenbrier Intermediate 6.0
B.M. Williams Primary 7.3
Sparrow Road Intermediate 4.9
Georgetown Primary 5.1
George W. Carver Intermediate 4.2
Portlock Primary 7.1
Butts Road Intermediate 7.5
Butts Road Primary 6.6
Norfolk Highlands Primary 7.2
Crestwood Intermediate 6.3
Thurgood Marshall Elementary 5.5
Great Bridge Primary 5.2
Truitt Intermediate 4.3
Rena B. Wright Primary 6.8
Great Bridge Intermediate 7.2
Cedar Road Elementary 7.7
G.A. Treakle Elementary 7.5
Southeastern Elementary 7.7
Deep Creek Central Elementary 7.8

Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Chesapeake

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 21.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,528
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 108
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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 68.5%
Black 14.8%
Asian 7.4%
Hispanic 5.6%
Pacific Islander 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1468 KEMPSVILLE RD, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montessori Academy of Virginia may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tallwood Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is College Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centerville Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Virginia Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chesapeake, see our Chesapeake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
INDIAN CREEK-WELCOME BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Chesapeake 0.7 mi
Tallwood Elementary Virginia Beach 0.9 mi 8.7
Centerville Elementary Virginia Beach 0.8 mi 8.1
Greenbrier Primary Chesapeake 1.0 mi 5.6
TIDEWATER ADVENTIST ACADEMY Chesapeake 1.1 mi 5.6
ATLANTIC SHORES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake 1.2 mi 6.4
BASICS PRIMARY SCHOOL & DAYCARE Chesapeake 1.3 mi
Greenbrier Middle Chesapeake 1.4 mi 6.9
Greenbrier Intermediate Chesapeake 1.5 mi 6.0
Brandon Middle Virginia Beach 1.8 mi 5.7
Tallwood High Virginia Beach 1.7 mi 7.7
College Park Elementary Virginia Beach 2.6 mi 8.7
KEMPSVILLE ACADEMY INC Virginia Beach 2.4 mi
VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Chesapeake 2.5 mi 7.3
Woodstock Elementary Virginia Beach 3.2 mi 7.0
Indian River Middle Chesapeake 2.9 mi 4.7
B.M. Williams Primary Chesapeake 2.7 mi 7.3
MONTESSOURI LAB SCHOOL Chesapeake 2.7 mi
Indian River High Chesapeake 3.0 mi 7.0
Sparrow Road Intermediate Chesapeake 3.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,736

Median Home Value

$323,800

Median Rent

$1,654/mo

Population

59,626

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

38.6

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ST JAMES' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Warrenton, VA 5.8
Copper Creek Elementary Castlewood, VA 5.9
AMBLESIDE SCHOOL Mclean, VA 5.6
MERIT OF PRINCE WILLIAM Dale City, VA 5.6
THALES ACADEMY GLEN ALLEN Glen Allen, VA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montessori Academy of Virginia

What grades does Montessori Academy of Virginia serve?

Montessori Academy of Virginia serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Montessori Academy of Virginia?

Montessori Academy of Virginia has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Virginia?

The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Virginia is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Montessori Academy of Virginia rank in VA?

Montessori Academy of Virginia ranks #312 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Montessori Academy of Virginia's MySchoolScout rating?

Montessori Academy of Virginia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Montessori Academy of Virginia a private school?

Yes, Montessori Academy of Virginia 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 Academy of Virginia a religious school?

No, Montessori Academy of Virginia is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
108
Gender Split
19% M / 81% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
191 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Chesapeake city

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