Berks County Montessori Country Day School in Reading, PA, serves 136 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1968, this nonsectarian Montessori school employs 8 teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 17:1.
The school's enrollment includes a student body with 22% students of color, reflecting some diversity within its rural locale.
As a Montessori program, it offers co–educational early learning and elementary education without religious affiliation.
Compared to other Reading private schools serving similar grades, Berks County Montessori maintains a moderate enrollment size and student–teacher ratio.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Berks County Montessori Country Day School often compared to?
Berks County Montessori Country Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Alvernia Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Berks County Montessori Country Day School?
The application deadline for Berks County Montessori Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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