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Best Illinois Montessori Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 155 montessori private schools serving 11,344 students in Illinois.

The montessori private schools in Illinois include Alta Vista Montessori School, Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House, and Rogers Park Montessori School.

The average tuition cost is $14,837, which is higher than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $10,447.

7% of montessori private schools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Amish).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 155
# Students Served: 11,344

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 155
# Students Served: 11,344

Illinois Montessori Private School Trends

155

Private Schools

11,344

Students

$14,837

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

37%

Students of Color

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked montessori private schools in Illinois?

The montessori private schools in Illinois include Alta Vista Montessori School, Carmel Montessori Academy & Children's House, and Rogers Park Montessori School.

How many montessori private schools are located in Illinois?

155 montessori private schools are located in Illinois.

How much do montessori private schools cost in Illinois?

The average tuition cost is $14,837, which is higher than the Illinois private school average tuition cost of $10,447.

How diverse are montessori private schools in Illinois?

Illinois montessori private schools are approximately 37% minority students, which is higher than the Illinois private school average of 34%.

What percentage of montessori private schools are religiously affiliated in Illinois?

7% of montessori private schools in Illinois are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Amish).

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