Childrens Tribe

Childrens Tribe in Godfrey, IL is a nonsectarian, co–ed Montessori school serving grades PK through 8 in a rural community.
The school has an enrollment of 71 students, including 53 in grades K–12, with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 6 teachers.
Approximately 25% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the rural Godfrey area.
Childrens Tribe is located near several other private schools offering PK–8 programs, including Faith Lutheran School and Montessori Childrens House.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 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)

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When is the application deadline for Childrens Tribe?
The application deadline for Childrens Tribe is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Illinois is $10,982 for elementary schools and $15,754 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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