Milwaukee Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WI School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 410 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,014
Acceptance rate: 78%
Average class size: 26 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Milwaukee Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Milwaukee Montessori School
Nursery	99
Pre-K	96
Kind	42
1	29
2	33
3	16
4	21
5	30
6	23
7	11
8	10

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Speech Differences

Year Founded

1961

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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School Motto

Educating youngsters to become an informed, committed, and difference-making generation.

Student Body

Total Students

410 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

36%

State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

26 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Neat and appropriate clothing

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,014

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Tuition Notes

Varies by program.

Summer Program Cost

$244

Summer Program Cost Notes

This is per week, it varies by program.

% on Financial Aid

22%

Acceptance Rate

78%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Cheryl Kelly

Admissions Associate

Holly Benson

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DanceFlag Football

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubDrone Club

Flag FootballRobotics Club

Robotics TeamSoccer

Arts and Music Programs:

BalletPrivate Music Instruction

School Notes

Established in 1961, Milwaukee Montessori School is a private independent day school and the oldest continuously operating Montessori school in the United States.
MMS educates 400+ children from 18 months of age through 8th grade to become an informed, committed, and difference-making generation.
Through individualized, mastery-based instruction, Milwaukee Montessori School is recognized for expanding the human potential of children.
Milwaukee Montessori School extends the traditional Montessori curriculum with robust academic, technical, artistic, and athletic programming, MMS students have earned over 1,000 national, state, and regional awards in the last decade alone.
The 22-23 graduating class earned $1,000,000+ in High School scholarships, many to the most reputable High School's in the country.
Conveniently located off the Zoo interchange, a stone's throw from the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center, and open from 6:45 am to 6:00 pm, Milwaukee Montessori School is the premier, private school choice for professional families in Southeast Wisconsin.
Several classrooms have students on a waitlist.
Now is the time to book your tour of Milwaukee Montessori School.

Our school's challenging and enriching curriculum encourages the development of real-world skills including independent and decision-oriented thinking; creativity; technology, math, and science skills; an appreciation for arts, music, and diverse cultures, plus the importance of community and environmental stewardship.
Our Toddler Program for ages 18 months - 3 years offers much more than just school readiness. Staffed by enthusiastic, skilled faculty, children enjoy art, music, dance, science, language arts, sand and water play, as well as plenty of outdoor time.
In our Extended Day program, we offer adult-supervised child care before and after school. Students engage in meaningful activities and supervised play with children in groups reflective of their academic groups - Kindergarten (Children's House), Lower Elementary (grades 1-3), Upper Elementary (grades 4-6), and Junior High (7-8).
Each summer from June to August, we offer a full-time Summer Program for students aged 3 - 13. Our unique and interactive summer program combines the fine arts, theater, computers, robotics, Montessori Classroom instruction, sports, field trips, and playtime filled with social interaction. Flexible week-long sessions.
The faculty and staff at Milwaukee Montessori School are highly trained in Montessori methodology and strive to attain professional excellence for their students and families.At Milwaukee Montessori School, we aim to provide students with an education that meets their intellectual abilities and needs, while promoting an appreciation of diversity as an integral part of school life. This value is reflected in the wide diversity of our student and faculty body.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Milwaukee Montessori School cost?

Milwaukee Montessori School's tuition is approximately $12,014 for private students and $244 for summer students.

What schools are Milwaukee Montessori School often compared to?

Milwaukee Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like North Shore Montessori School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Milwaukee Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of Milwaukee Montessori School is 78%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. Milwaukee Montessori School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Wisconsin with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Milwaukee Montessori School offer?

Milwaukee Montessori School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Milwaukee Montessori School's ranking?

Milwaukee Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Milwaukee Montessori School?

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

In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Montessori School located?

Milwaukee Montessori School is located in the Cannon Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Milwaukee, WI is $8,948 for elementary schools and $15,750 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Milwaukee, WI is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).