Huda School and Montessori is a non-profit, full-time, private, state approved, independent institution dedicated to excellence in education.
In conjunction with fulfilling the requirements of the state curriculum, the school provides an Islamic educational environment to help students develop a mature Islamic personality by studying the basic principles and teachings of Islam as laid down in the Qur'an and Sunnah.
The philosophy of the preschool program at Huda School is that preschool is the most important stage in which to lay the foundation for the child's formal schooling and social development.
Keeping that in mind, the preschool program follows the Montessori method and standards.
In the Montessori classroom, the emphasis is on the child; today's child is tomorrow's future.
The Montessori system is non-competitive and is structured in such a way that each child has plenty of freedom at his or her own pace in the classroom under the guidance of the Directress.
The Directress acts as a facilitator rather than a traditional classroom teacher.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Huda School & Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream, Believe, Achieve, Serve
Student Body
Total Students
289 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Huda School and Montessori is a non-profit, full-time, private, state approved, independent institution dedicated to excellence in education. In conjunction with fulfilling the requirements of the state curriculum, the school provides an Islamic educational environment to help students develop a mature Islamic personality by studying the basic principles and teachings of Islam as laid down in the Qur'an and Sunnah. The philosophy of the preschool program at Huda School is that preschool is the most important stage in which to lay the foundation for the child's formal schooling and social development. Keeping that in mind, the preschool program follows the Montessori method and standards. In the Montessori classroom, the emphasis is on the child; today's child is tomorrow's future. The Montessori system is non-competitive and is structured in such a way that each child has plenty of freedom at his or her own pace in the classroom under the guidance of the Directress. The Directress acts as a facilitator rather than a traditional classroom teacher.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huda School & Montessori's ranking?
Huda School & Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Huda School & Montessori?
The application deadline for Huda School & Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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