Creo Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Creo Montessori School in Gilbert, AZ offers a nonsectarian Montessori education for students in preschool through 12th grade within a suburban community.
Founded in 2014, the school enrolls 263 students, including 148 in kindergarten through 12th grade, with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1.
Annual tuition is $12,000, with a summer school program available at $1,300, positioned below the local average private elementary school tuition.
The student body reflects cultural diversity, with 57.69% of students identified as students of color.
Creo Montessori School is affiliated with the Association Montessori International and maintains a casual dress code for its co–educational programs.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AZ School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 263 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Creo Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Creo Montessori School
Nursery	40
Pre-K	75
Kind	25
1	20
2	20
3	20
4	10
5	10
6	10
7	12
8	8
9	6
10	7

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Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

2014

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

263 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

58%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

We have a uniform with a wide choice of styles/ options.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,000

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Tuition Notes

13,000 elementary 17,000 middle / high school

Summer Program Cost

$1,300

Summer Program Cost Notes

We offer 8 weeks of summer 1300 for our students.

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Creo School is committed to developing within the child a passion to learn through discovery in a secular, bilingual and family centered learning community, based on the principles and philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. We encourage the self-development of each individual's natural potential by nurturing creativity, promoting forward thinking skills, honoring personal integrity, while supporting a global perspective.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Creo Montessori School cost?

Creo Montessori School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students and $1,300 for summer students.

What is Creo Montessori School's ranking?

Creo Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Creo Montessori School?

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

School Calendar

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Date

School closed- Teacher In-service

September 18, 2026 (Friday)

Fall Break - All/All in Session

October 05, 2026 (Monday)

School Closed for All - Thanksgiving Break

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

School closed- Christmas Eve

December 24, 2026 (Thursday)

School closed- Christmas Day

December 25, 2026 (Friday)

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The average private school tuition in Gilbert, AZ is $13,380 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).