Very Good
#72 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 16% of private schools
Mountaintop Montessori School
Elementary School
440 PINNACLE PL, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#72 of 457
In Charlottesville
#2 of 15
public schools
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Mountaintop Montessori School
Elementary School in Charlottesville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountaintop Montessori School
Mountaintop Montessori School is a private elementary school in Charlottesville, VA. Mountaintop Montessori School serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountaintop Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Mountaintop 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 7.2:1 students to teachers, Mountaintop Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mountaintop 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 Mountaintop Montessori School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Charlottesville, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountaintop Montessori School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Burnley-Moran Elementary | 4.0 |
| Clark Elementary | 3.5 |
| Community Lab School | 9.0 |
| Jackson P. Burley Middle | 5.6 |
| Greenbrier Elementary | 5.7 |
| Walker Upper Elementary | 5.3 |
| Venable Elementary | 5.4 |
| Stone Robinson Elementary | 8.6 |
| Buford Middle | 4.0 |
| Johnson Elementary | 4.1 |
| Jackson-Via Elementary | 5.7 |
| Mountain View Elementary | 4.7 |
| Woodbrook Elementary | 3.2 |
| Agnor-Hurt Elementary | 3.6 |
| Journey Middle | 4.2 |
| Mary Carr Greer Elementary | 3.7 |
| Hollymead Elementary | 8.2 |
| Lakeside Middle | 7.6 |
| Baker-Butler Elem | 7.3 |
| Ivy Elementary | 8.9 |
Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Charlottesville
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
440 PINNACLE PL, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountaintop Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Robinson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHARLOTTESVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Charlottesville, see our Charlottesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FROST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charlottesville | 0.5 mi | — |
| GENERATIONS MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 0.8 mi | — |
| Burnley-Moran Elementary Charlottesville | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Charlottesville | 1.4 mi | — |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Charlottesville | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL Charlottesville | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 1.7 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Charlottesville | 1.8 mi | — |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE WALDORF SCHOOL Charlottesville | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Clark Elementary Charlottesville | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTESVILLE Charlottesville | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Charlottesville | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Charlottesville | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CENTER FOR ADOLESCENT AND ADULT AUTISM SERVICES Charlottesville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Charlottesville High Charlottesville | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Community Lab School Charlottesville | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Greenbrier Elementary Charlottesville | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Jackson P. Burley Middle Charlottesville | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Walker Upper Elementary Charlottesville | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Stone Robinson Elementary Charlottesville | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,556
Median Home Value
$427,400
Median Rent
$1,882/mo
Population
18,985
College Educated
60.3%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountain View Elementary Buena Vista, VA | 7.6 |
| GESHER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Fairfax, VA | 7.7 |
| LAKE MANASSAS ACADEMY Gainesville, VA | 7.7 |
| Millboro Elementary Millboro, VA | 7.7 |
| St. Charles Elementary St. Charles, VA | 7.7 |
| Speedwell Elementary Wytheville, VA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountaintop Montessori School
What grades does Mountaintop Montessori School serve?
Mountaintop Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mountaintop Montessori School?
Mountaintop Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountaintop Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountaintop Montessori School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mountaintop Montessori School rank in VA?
Mountaintop Montessori School ranks #72 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Mountaintop Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountaintop Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mountaintop Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Mountaintop 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 Mountaintop Montessori School a religious school?
No, Mountaintop Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 131
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Albemarle County
- Phone
- (434) 979-8886
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