1st Class Montessori - I (Closed 2017)

About the School

  • 1st Class Montessori–I in Memphis, TN is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving grades 1–2 in a large city community setting.
  • The school has an enrollment of 7 students and a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, supported by 1 teacher.
  • Approximately 67% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting demographic diversity.
  • Located in the New Pathways neighborhood, this Memphis elementary Montessori program offers early education in a city environment.

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
7 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 21%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for 1st Class Montessori - I?
The application deadline for 1st Class Montessori - I is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is 1st Class Montessori - I located?
1st Class Montessori - I is located in the New Pathways neighborhood of Memphis, TN.

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