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)
- 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
Top Rankings
Creo Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Dual Language Immersion Program
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%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
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.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
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
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
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
View the Creo Montessori School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
School closed for all- Labor Day
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
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)
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