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Minnesota Montessori Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 73 montessori private schools serving 5,498 students in Minnesota.

The montessori private schools in Minnesota include Discovery Montessori School, Lake Country School, and Hand In Hand Christian Montessori.

The average acceptance rate is 82%, which is lower than the Minnesota private school average acceptance rate of 91%.

11% of montessori private schools in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 73
# Students Served: 5,498

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 73
# Students Served: 5,498

Minnesota Montessori Private School Trends

Private Schools

5,498

Students

$11,208

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

33%

Students of Color

9:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked montessori private schools in Minnesota?

The montessori private schools in Minnesota include Discovery Montessori School, Lake Country School, and Hand In Hand Christian Montessori.

How many montessori private schools are located in Minnesota?

73 montessori private schools are located in Minnesota.

How diverse are montessori private schools in Minnesota?

Minnesota montessori private schools are approximately 33% minority students, which is higher than the Minnesota private school average of 23%.

What percentage of montessori private schools are religiously affiliated in Minnesota?

11% of montessori private schools in Minnesota are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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