Bangor Montessori School in Bangor, ME, serves 94 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
Founded in 1988, the school maintains a 10:1 student–teacher ratio with 9 teachers and an average class size of 20.
The school's enrollment includes approximately 33% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for diversity.
Annual tuition is $11,000, with an 80% acceptance rate and rolling admissions; the application deadline for 2024 is April 1.
Bangor Montessori offers summer school programs and has 99% of its faculty holding advanced degrees, placing it in the top 20% statewide for teacher qualifications.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked ME School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Apr. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bangor Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1988
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Apr. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,000
Tuition Notes
Varying tuition costs $4,500 - $11,000 depending on which program plan your child attends
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Emmie Tracy
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess Club - elementary grades
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Lessons weeklyMusic
Spanish lessons weekly - elementary grades
School Notes
- 2 years through Grade 6
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bangor Montessori School cost?
Bangor Montessori School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bangor Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Bangor Montessori School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What is Bangor Montessori School's ranking?
Bangor Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Bangor Montessori School?
The application deadline for Bangor Montessori School is Apr. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Apr. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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