Forest Hills Montessori School serves 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, is a member of the Other Montessori association(s).
The student:teacher of Forest Hills Montessori School is 15:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
school uniform grade 1& up
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact the school for this information.
Admissions Director
Sunila Tejpaul
Admissions Associate
Iris Bass
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dennis Aronov - attributed his independence and work ethic to the Montessori experience -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Forest Hills Montessori School?
Forest Hills Montessori School famous alumni include: Dennis Aronov - attributed his independence and work ethic to the Montessori experience.
When is the application deadline for Forest Hills Montessori School?
The application deadline for Forest Hills Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 3/24/2013
I must say I am quite impressed with this school. They offer music and french classes from the preschool level and the teachers are well loved by the children.
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