Damariscotta Montessori School in Nobleboro, ME offers co–ed Montessori education for grades PK through 8 in a rural setting.
Founded in 1989, the school serves 82 students with a student–teacher ratio of 27:20.
The school is nonsectarian and holds memberships with the American Montessori Society and other Montessori associations.
Annual tuition is $25,000, and the school provides a summer school program.
Approximately 14.5% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity in enrollment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1989
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Admissions Director
Chip DeLorenzo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Damariscotta Montessori School cost?
Damariscotta Montessori School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Damariscotta Montessori School often compared to?
Damariscotta Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Center For Teaching & Learning by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Damariscotta Montessori School?
The application deadline for Damariscotta Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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