Country Montessori School is committed to maintaining its leadership in Montessori education.
Our mission as educators and parents is to foster independent, confident, academically prepared, and socially responsible citizens who will be lifelong learners and problem solvers.
We will grow and evolve to meet the needs of our children, parents, and community.
As an extension of our founding philosophy, parents are strongly encouraged to be involved in the school's operation as active Board members and volunteers in areas where they have expertise.
Parents may assist in a variety of ways. We believe your participation is vital to the success of your children's education.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,500
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1989
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
36 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,500
Tuition Notes
Annual tuition divided into ten installments across ten-month school year
Summer Program Cost
$380
Summer Program Cost Notes
Week by week enrollment
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jose Bolanos
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Music, Spanish, Technology
Art, Music, Spanish, Technology
School Notes
- Country Montessori School is committed to maintaining its leadership in Montessori education.
- Our mission as educators and parents is to foster independent, confident, academically prepared, and socially responsible citizens, who will be lifelong learners and problem solvers.
- We will grow and evolve to meet the needs of our children, parents, and community.
- As an extension of our founding philosophy, parents are strongly encouraged to be involved in the school's operation as active Board members and volunteers in those areas in which they have expertise.
- Parents may assist in a variety of ways.
- We believe your participation is vital to the success of your children's education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Country Montessori School cost?
Country Montessori School's tuition is approximately $14,500 for private students and $380 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Country Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Country Montessori School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Does Country Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, Country Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Country Montessori School?
The application deadline for Country Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 5/9/2018
We have been at Country Montessori School for 8 years now and have been so impressed with quality of the education. Our child has been instilled with an incredible love of learning. She enjoys the Montessori materials and the new challenges in working with the materials at higher grade levels.The teachers are so caring and involved in each child's needs and progress. We are so confident in method and knowledge provided at the school. There is a strong sense of community with the other parents at the school. Community is not easy to find and often hard to build, but it is very strong at the school.
5 4/23/2018
Our children spent 8 years at CMS. We were so sad when our son graduated from the 5th grade last year. It was an amazing school with a caring, highly dedicated and professional staff (both teachers and administration). Our children thrived in this environment! The school truly embraces its mission and vision of developing life-long learners who are independent, responsible and compassionate citizens of the world. The curriculum focuses, not only on excellent academics, but on the social and emotional development of the child as well. I highly recommend this school!
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