Montessori Academy in Decatur, GA, is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving 54 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a suburban setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 27:1 with 2 full–time teachers.
Students of color represent approximately 38% of the enrollment, reflecting some diversity within the student body.
Montessori Academy is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS) and offers early learning programs aligned with Montessori principles.
The school is located near several other private early education options in Decatur, providing families with multiple preschool and kindergarten choices.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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827 Kirk Road
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(404) 377-1315
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