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Madison Community Montessori School (formerly Madison Central Montessori School) was founded as a non-profit, privately owned AMI Certified (Association Montessori Internationale) school and has served families from the greater Madison area since 1972. Throughout the years our goal has been to meet the needs of our families, while offering the very best in authentic Montessori education.
We now enroll students in one Toddler community (15 months - 3 years), three Children's House classrooms (3 - 6 years), two Lower Elementary classrooms (6-9 years), one Upper Elementary classroom (9-12 years), and one Adolescent classroom (12-14 years).
We offer programs before and after school.  Summer "Camp" programs are also available for children ages 3 - 12 years.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 145 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,493
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Madison Community Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Madison Community Montessori Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition dependant upon program and available on our website
Admissions Director
Amanda Viviani
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band (4th-8th grade)

School Notes

  • School Motto: Respecting children and their natural joy of discovery.
  • For Children applying after age 3 1/2 , some Montessori experience is preferred.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Madison Community Montessori cost?
Madison Community Montessori's tuition is approximately $1,493 for private students.
Does Madison Community Montessori offer a summer program?
Yes, Madison Community Montessori offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Madison Community Montessori's ranking?
Madison Community Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Madison Community Montessori?
The application deadline for Madison Community Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 145 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $1,493
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Dane County, WI is $7,646 for elementary schools and $11,823 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Dane County, WI is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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