May River Montessori School (2026-27 Profile)

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School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 210 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	May River Montessori School
Nursery	18
Pre-K	92
Kind	24
1	22
2	16
3	12
4	6
5	8
6	8
7	4

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Year Founded

1987

Summer School Offered

Yes

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School Motto

Within the child lies the fate of the future.

Student Body

Total Students

210 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

24 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $5,000-$7,000

Summer Program Cost

$190

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Abbie Kelly

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School Notes

May River Montessori provides an outstanding education to 190 full-time students, from ages 2 to 12n(6th grade).
Though much of our success is due to the dedication of our caring teachers and staff, the longstanding tradition of family and community involvement has also been integral to cultivating a strong educational foundation.
We are proud to celebrate 30+ years of fostering the future of our children in South Carolina's Lowcountry.

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How much does May River Montessori School cost?

May River Montessori School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students and $190 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of May River Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of May River Montessori School is 90%, which is equal to the national average of 90%.

When is the application deadline for May River Montessori School?

The application deadline for May River Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Beaufort County, SC is $10,459 for elementary schools and $12,949 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Beaufort County, SC is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).