Council Oak Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Located in the historic community of Blue Island, IL, Council Oak Montessori School has been dedicated to educating children and supporting families since 1990.
Serving students from Early Childhood through Middle School, the school offers a high-fidelity Montessori curriculum, thoughtfully prepared classroom environments led by Montessori-certified teachers, and beautiful outdoor spaces where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked IL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 63 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,000
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Council Oak Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Council Oak Montessori School
Pre-K	19
Kind	4
1	9
2	3
3	6
4	5
5	10
6	2
7	4
8	1

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Pre-K has the most students with 19, more than any other grade at Council Oak Montessori School.

Year Founded

1990

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School Motto

Nurturing the best within each child.

Student Body

Total Students

63 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

78%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
International Montessori Council (IMC)
Illinois Coalition of Nonpublic Schools (ICNS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $8,000 to $13,000 depending on classroom level

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,000

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Lila Jokanovic

Admissions Associate

Lluvia Hernandez

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

Indoor Soccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubFellowship of the Oak

Photography ClubRobotics (STEAM)

Arts and Music Programs:

FarmingMovie nights

Music Enrichment

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CapoeiraRunning Club

Yoga

School Notes

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"Our aim is not only to make the child understand, and still less to force him to memorize, but so to touch his imagination as to enthuse him to his innermost core. We do not want complacent pupils, but eager ones." -Maria Montessori

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Council Oak Montessori School cost?

Council Oak Montessori School's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Council Oak Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of Council Oak Montessori School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. Council Oak Montessori School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Council Oak Montessori School offer?

Council Oak Montessori School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling and Indoor Soccer.

What is Council Oak Montessori School's ranking?

Council Oak Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Council Oak Montessori School?

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

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $12,686 for elementary schools and $20,704 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).