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Best Missouri Montessori Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 45 montessori private schools serving 3,146 students in Missouri.

The montessori private schools in Missouri include Alpha Montessori School, Discovery Garden Montessori, and Chesterfield Montessori School.

The average tuition cost is $13,043, which is higher than the Missouri private school average tuition cost of $11,335.

4% of montessori private schools in Missouri are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 45
# Students Served: 3,146

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 45
# Students Served: 3,146

Missouri Montessori Private School Trends

Private Schools

3,146

Students

$13,043

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

25%

Students of Color

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked montessori private schools in Missouri?

The montessori private schools in Missouri include Alpha Montessori School, Discovery Garden Montessori, and Chesterfield Montessori School.

How many montessori private schools are located in Missouri?

45 montessori private schools are located in Missouri.

How much do montessori private schools cost in Missouri?

The average tuition cost is $13,043, which is higher than the Missouri private school average tuition cost of $11,335.

How diverse are montessori private schools in Missouri?

Missouri montessori private schools are approximately 25% minority students, which is higher than the Missouri private school average of 21%.

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

4% of montessori private schools in Missouri are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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