Metta Montessori School in Arlington, VA, enrolls 23 students from kindergarten through second grade in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
Founded in 2024, the school serves a midsize city neighborhood in Columbia Heights with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 and a teaching staff of two.
The student body reflects ethnic diversity, with approximately 26% students of color, within a co–educational setting.
As a Montessori school, Metta offers early childhood education focused on grades K–2 with enrollment smaller than many other Arlington area private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Year Founded
2024
Student Body
Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Metta Montessori School?
The application deadline for Metta Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Metta Montessori School located?
Metta Montessori School is located in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Metta Montessori School is The Sycamore School (2.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Our Savior Lutheran School (1.1 miles away)
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Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 892-4846
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(703) 892-4846
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