Montessori Academy Assoc is a co–ed, nonsectarian Montessori school in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL, serving students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten.
The school enrolls 40 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by a staff of 4 teachers.
Located in a large city setting, Montessori Academy Assoc has a diverse student body with 100% students of color.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for diversity.
Montessori Academy Assoc provides early childhood education in a city–based environment within Chicago's Roseland community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori Academy Assoc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori Academy Assoc often compared to?
Montessori Academy Assoc is often viewed alongside schools like Mi Sol Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy Assoc?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy Assoc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori Academy Assoc located?
Montessori Academy Assoc is located in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Roseland.
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