New School Montessori vs. Lancaster Country Day School
Should I attend New School Montessori or Lancaster Country Day School? Visitors of our site frequently compare these two schools. Compare the two schools' rankings, test scores, reviews and more to help you determine which school is the best choice for you.
School Overview
Top Rankings
New School Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Student Body
Lancaster Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
Overview
The mission of New School Montessori is to facilitate the unfolding of each child`s unique potential through an outstanding education in a peaceful atmosphere of respect and acceptance among children and adults.
We enable children to meet future challenges and encourage a love of learning, independent thinking, social responsibility, and individuality.
An independent, college-preparatory school founded in 1908, Lancaster Country Day School combines a rigorous curriculum with a supportive and encouraging faculty to ensure that every preschool-12th grade student receives the best education available. In addition to Lancaster, students come from Hershey, York and Reading to become part of our vibrant, high-spirited community.
Grades Offered
NS-8
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
n/a
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Year Founded
1990
1908
Students Body
Total Students
255 students
570 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
17%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
21
-
Pre-K Students
80
50
Kindergarten Students
20
30
Grade 1 Students
15
28
Grade 2 Students
17
22
Grade 3 Students
14
31
Grade 4 Students
23
26
Grade 5 Students
17
41
Grade 6 Students
14
41
Grade 7 Students
20
40
Grade 8 Students
14
43
Grade 9 Students
-
61
Grade 10 Students
-
41
Grade 11 Students
-
57
Grade 12 Students
-
59
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
80 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
84%
Average Class Size
20
12
Number of AP Classes
n/a
15
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:12
1:7
Average SAT score
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1296
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Formal
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
n/a
43%
Admissions Director
Sheila Harrison
SANDRA ABRAHAM
Admissions Associate
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RUBY DHILLON
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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15
Sports
n/a
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
3
n/a
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Cross Country Running, Esports Club, Music Lessons
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