Very Good
#14 of 54 private schools in VT
Top 24% of private schools
Montessori School of Central
Elementary School
84 PINE HILL RD, Barre, VT 05641
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Vermont private schools
#14 of 54
In Barre
#1 of 2
public schools
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Montessori School of Central
Elementary School in Barre · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori School of Central
Montessori School of Central is a private elementary school in Barre, VT. Montessori School of Central serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori School of Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 54 private schools in VT.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Montessori School of Central 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Montessori School of Central sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori School of Central 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 Montessori School of Central compares to the 3 public schools in Barre, VT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Barre
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori School of Central (this school) | 7.0 |
| Spaulding Union High School | 3.3 |
| Barre City Elementary/Middle School | 5.9 |
| Barre Town Elementary & Middle School | 6.7 |
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 VT.
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 VT
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
84 PINE HILL RD, Barre, VT 05641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori School of Central may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Calais Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Montpelier Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby East Montpelier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Berlin Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Barre, see our Barre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,019
Median Home Value
$241,700
Median Rent
$1,024/mo
Population
16,969
College Educated
34.3%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridport Central School Bridport, VT | 6.9 |
| KURN HATTIN HOMES Westminster, VT | 6.9 |
| VERMONT DAY SCHOOL Shelburne, VT | 7.1 |
| Woodbury Elementary School Woodbury, VT | 7.1 |
| Roxbury Village School Roxbury, VT | 6.6 |
| Currier Memorial Union School Danby, VT | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori School of Central
What grades does Montessori School of Central serve?
Montessori School of Central serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori School of Central?
Montessori School of Central has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Central?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Central is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori School of Central rank in VT?
Montessori School of Central ranks #14 of 54 private schools in VT.
What is Montessori School of Central's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori School of Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori School of Central a private school?
Yes, Montessori School of Central 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 School of Central a religious school?
No, Montessori School of Central is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 8 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (802) 479-0912
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