Gloucester Montessori School

Discovery. Independence. Leadership. The Gloucester Montessori School provides a unique learning environment for individualized, interdisciplinary education for students from Pre-K through Upper Elementary.
The structured, hands-on approach promotes a love of learning, accountability and independence, while building confidence as students become role models for the school community and beyond.
The curriculum develops independent thinkers and problem-solvers through academic, artistic, and social growth.
Before and after school care is available to meet the needs of the school's families.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1979
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Gloucester Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
9 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Gloucester Montessori School often compared to?
Gloucester Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Ware Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Gloucester Montessori School?
The application deadline for Gloucester Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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