Alegria Montessori School

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Alegria Montessori School offers a traditional Montessori education for ages 1 year - 8th grade. We have 2 beautiful campuses in St. Petersburg, FL.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
2003
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
130 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Alegria Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Depends on age and program length
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,600
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sara Madle

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Battle of the Books, STEM

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Dance, Music Class, Spanish

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cooperative Coaching, Soccer, Swimming

School Notes

Alegria Montessori School is an authentic Montessori program that creates a rich learning environment and supports individual development. Our classrooms provide a classic Montessori experience within our beautiful campuses. With the recent expansion of the program to include middle school we are now able to offer a true Montessori education from ages one through 14 years.
  • Elementary and Middle School Montessori
  • Integrated Curriculum
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Fostering self-motivation, independence, academic success
  • Spanish Immersion for age 3-14
  • Montessori credentialed teachers
  • Accepting Step Up For Students scholarships
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Alegria Montessori School cost?
Alegria Montessori School's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Alegria Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Alegria Montessori School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Alegria Montessori School offer?
Alegria Montessori School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Dance, Soccer and Swimming.
When is the application deadline for Alegria Montessori School?
The application deadline for Alegria Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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Wonderful School recommended 100% they welcome my son for kindergarten after having a hard start at a different private school that was awful he loves it and will be back this year all the staff teachers and children were wonderful he had the best learning experience.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Saint Petersburg, FL is $11,638 for elementary schools and $16,750 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Petersburg, FL is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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