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Acorn Montessori School Photo #1 - Acorn Montessori School's large campus in the heart of rural Hunterdon County, New Jersey gives students room to grow. As much education goes on outside as it does inside the classrooms. The campus consists of nine large classrooms, a goat barn, orchards, vegetable and flower gardens and three age appropriate playgrounds.
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Acorn Montessori School Photo #1 - Acorn Montessori School's large campus in the heart of rural Hunterdon County, New Jersey gives students room to grow. As much education goes on outside as it does inside the classrooms. The campus consists of nine large classrooms, a goat barn, orchards, vegetable and flower gardens and three age appropriate playgrounds.
Acorn Montessori School is a community of compassionate, curious scholars; where every person lives confidently, joyfully and passionately, with respect for one another, leading the way to peace and harmony in the greater global society.
Acorn Montessori's vision is: to provide an enriching Montessori-based education that fosters the child's innate love of learning, creativity, and wonder; to cultivate dynamic partnerships between family, school and community; to celebrate the human spirit and honor the diversity among us; and to inspire and impact society through academic excellence and service.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 115 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Acorn Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost is dependent upon hours and type of program. Please see school website for full tuition information.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Anne Tevebaugh

School Notes

  • Teaching children HOW to learn; inspiring children to LOVE to learn
  • An education that is so much more than basic academics
  • Classrooms that are led by highly experienced, certified teachers
  • An unmatched, beautiful facility on over 5 acres
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Acorn Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of Acorn Montessori School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

When is the application deadline for Acorn Montessori School?

The application deadline for Acorn Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 115 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average acceptance rate in Hunterdon County, NJ is 93% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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