1st Class Montessori in Cordova, TN offers co–ed Montessori education for grades PK through 2 in a large city community setting.
The school has a total enrollment of 24 students, supported by 2 teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 12:1.
This nonsectarian early learning program reflects racial diversity with approximately 82% students of color.
Located in Cordova's city neighborhood, the school operates without religious affiliation or formal school memberships.
1st Class Montessori provides an option for families seeking small–group Montessori education in the Cordova, TN area.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for 1st Class Montessori?
The application deadline for 1st Class Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(901) 388-7321
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(901) 388-7321
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2755 Appling Rd
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(901) 481-9261
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 481-9261
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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(901) 458-5543
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 458-5543
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Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(901) 755-3210
Cordova, TN 38016
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Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
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7600 Macon Road
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(901) 754-7217
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 754-7217
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 957 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(901) 388-2060
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 388-2060
2.5 miles
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2911 Brunswick Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-0931
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Archon Academy
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3030 Brunswick Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 531-1950
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(901) 531-1950
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Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 380-0122
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 380-0122
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Gr: PK-12 | 494 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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Miles
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1690 Bonnie Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students
7600 Macon Road
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 754-7217
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 754-7217
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 957 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School ![St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.]( "St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.")
(Catholic)
2100 N. Germantown Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cadance Academy Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
8200 Macon Rd
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 758-8877
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 758-8877
2 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
6319 Raleigh Lagrange Road
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 388-0205
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 388-0205
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 161 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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1690 Bonnie Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 502-6421
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students
7600 Macon Road
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 754-7217
Cordova, TN 38018
(901) 754-7217
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 957 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School ![St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.]( "St. Francis Of Assisi Catholic School Photo - At SFA, Our mission is to educate the whole child, helping them to discover their God-given gifts and talents while preparing them for high school and life in the 21st Century.")
(Catholic)
2100 N. Germantown Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 388-7321
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cordova KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
8150 Country Village Dr
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 755-3210
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 755-3210
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Olivia's Montessori Preschool ![Olivia's Montessori Preschool Photo - 2 acres of beautiful property with lots of shade. Old renovated farmhouse circa 1924 has many large windows and hard wood floors.]( "Olivia's Montessori Preschool Photo - 2 acres of beautiful property with lots of shade. Old renovated farmhouse circa 1924 has many large windows and hard wood floors.")
Montessori School
2755 Appling Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 481-9261
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 481-9261
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Vollentine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1682 Vollintine Ave
Memphis, TN 38107
(901) 416-4632
Memphis, TN 38107
(901) 416-4632
10.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Compass Community School Midtown Campus
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
61 N. Mclean Blvd
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-1221
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 276-1221
10.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Delano Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1716 Delano Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
11 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2230 Corry Rd
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 881-7970
Memphis, TN 38106
(901) 881-7970
11.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 467 students
Crosstown High School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1365 Tower Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5505
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 401-5505
11.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 520 students Minority enrollment: 69%
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