Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked LA School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 45 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,900
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc.
Nursery	15
Pre-K	20
Kind	10

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2006

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

45 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

66%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,900

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Tuition Notes

Payment plans are available

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Molly Whitt

Admissions Associate

Katie Guell

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Soccer

School Notes

In the Fall of 2006, Elan Vital Montessori School opened its doors at 5228 Perkins Road. In 2018, Elan Vital moved to its current campus on historic Highland Road.
Ean Vital is an authentic Montessori environment where children develop a lifelong love of learning.
Elan Vital is structured as a traditional not-for-profit private school with a mission of providing Montessori education for families in Baton Rouge. Elan Vital is the first Montessori School in Baton Rouge to offer extended day until 5:30pm for working parents. Additionally, Elan Vital offers enrichment programs to all Montessori students from Baton Rouge in the areas of music, art, and sports.

School Motto: 'The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six.'

Our focus is on critical thinking skills, independent research, and in-depth study of subjects including advanced math and geometry, language, botany, zoology, animal care, geography, fine arts, dramatic arts, music, history, and entrepreneurship.
Parents are encouraged to feel comfortable visiting, contributing, and sharing their talents with the children and the school as a whole.
Toddler Program (18 Months - 3 Years)
Early Childhood Primary Program (3-6 Years)
Elementary Program (1st - 4th Grade)
Dr. Maria Montessori characterized the 3 to 6 year-old child as possessing an extraordinary capacity, the ability to absorb information from his or her surroundings. Dr. Montessori named this quality "the absorbent mind." The child from 3 to 6 is a sensorial explorer, soaking up every aspect of the environment, including language and culture.Dr. Montessori recognized the motto of this young child to be "help me to do it myself." Development during this period focuses on learning to be independent. The corresponding education environment, then, should support this natural drive, enabling the child to become competent, and therefore confident.The Montessori approach embraces the full development of the youngster, addressing all aspects (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive) of the whole child.
At Elan Vital, the elementary program rests on four pillars: The cultivation within our students of a passion for excellence in everything they do, both in and outside of school; The development of a strongly held set of universal values, which include self-respect, respect for others, honesty, integrity, responsibility, empathy, compassion, kindness, peacefulness, a sense of concern for others, warmth, and a love of community; The development of a global perspective and sense of international understanding; And a lifelong commitment to give something back through service to others who are in need.
As in the primary program, we consider the whole child when preparing the learning environment and planning curricular activities. Through the environment and sequence of materials, thoughtful lessons, and teachers who live their innate love of learning, we nurture the continued development of the elementary student in four general ways: Intellectually, through the development of thinking abilities, clarification of our picture of the universe, and the development of discipline to maintain vibrant health. Emotionally, by learning to feel and express our complex and powerful emotions, fully and without fear and to respect and accept them in ourselves and in others. Equally important, students learn to harness their power and not let emotions control our lives unchecked. Physically,"by helping our students discover, understand and adopt the lifestyle habits most appropriate and beneficial for our bodies and minds. Among these are fresh air, pure water, exercise, sunlight, and proper diet. Spiritually, by proceeding on the premise that our world is a beautiful, positive, loving place, a setting that provides the potential for each person to lead a full, free, joyful, and healthy life. While we do not teach religion, nor advocate any particular belief system, we encourage students to explore questions raised by religious teachers and develop the spiritual side of their lives, which we define as the ability to find peace within and hear the small still inner voice that we all possess.
We believe that when children are allowed to grow in an environment that is intellectually and artistically alive, warm and encouraging, they will spontaneously ask questions, investigate, create, and explore new ideas. Learning can, and should be, a relaxed, comfortable, natural process.
The Montessori Approach to Reading, Composition, and Literature
During the elementary years, we increasingly focus on the development of research and composition skills. Students write everyday, learning to organize increasingly complex ideas and information into well-written stories, poems, reports, plays, and student publications. Instead of insipid basal readers, children are introduced to first-rate children's books and fascinating works on science, history, geography, and the arts. Educators have long recognized that one of the reasons our country is becoming increasingly alliterate (knowing how to read but choosing not to) may be largely due to the boring texts they are taught to read with. Books provide vicarious experiences to spark the imaginations of elementary students.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. cost?

Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc.'s tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc.?

The acceptance rate of Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. offer?

Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.

What is Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc.'s ranking?

Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc.?

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

In what neighborhood is Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. located?

Elan Vital Montessori School, Inc. is located in the Highlands And Perkins neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 7 other private schools located in Highlands And Perkins.

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The average private school tuition in Baton Rouge, LA is $10,502 for elementary schools and $15,179 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Baton Rouge, LA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).