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Best North Carolina Montessori Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 67 montessori private schools serving 6,132 students in North Carolina.

The montessori private schools in North Carolina include The Montessori School Of Raleigh, Birds Nest Montessori School, and Anami Montessori School.

The average tuition cost is $11,974, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average tuition cost of $13,306.

12% of montessori private schools in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Friends).

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 67
# Students Served: 6,132

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 67
# Students Served: 6,132

North Carolina Montessori Private School Trends

Private Schools

6,132

Students

$11,974

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

28%

Students of Color

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked montessori private schools in North Carolina?

The montessori private schools in North Carolina include The Montessori School Of Raleigh, Birds Nest Montessori School, and Anami Montessori School.

How many montessori private schools are located in North Carolina?

67 montessori private schools are located in North Carolina.

How much do montessori private schools cost in North Carolina?

The average tuition cost is $11,974, which is lower than the North Carolina private school average tuition cost of $13,306.

How diverse are montessori private schools in North Carolina?

North Carolina montessori private schools are approximately 28% minority students, which is higher than the North Carolina private school average of 24%.

What percentage of montessori private schools are religiously affiliated in North Carolina?

12% of montessori private schools in North Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Friends).

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