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Montessori Academy

4611 Adams Avenue
Evansville, IN 47714

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Montessori Academy promotes joy of learning and strives to prepare each student for the next level of education.

We adhere to the principles and ideas of Dr. Maria Montessori.

The Academy`s curriculum implements the Montessori philosophy and methodology at the preprimary level and combines these with more traditional approaches in the elementary program.

The first priority is to offer a quality education.

As a service to Montessori Academy parents, an All Day Program has evolved for childcare before and after school.

The mission of Montessori Academy of Evansville is, "to assist each child to construct the adult that is to be." The Academy provides an enjoyable opportunity for learning.

Here the children discover themselves as individuals and their relationships to the world.

A Montessori-trained teacher serves as the catalyst within the prepared environment.

The materials and curriculum are developmentally appropriate for children preprimary age through third grade.

The atmosphere is one of individualized attention, guidance and self discipline.

The classroom environment stimulates intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth.

The school promotes the development of self-motivation, independence, curiosity, cooperation, and concern for others within the framework of a strong academic program.

At Montessori Academy, the work of the child has an internal goal the construction of the total person.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IN School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-3
Enrollment: 122 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-3

Year Founded

1979

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

122 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 26%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Montessori Academy promotes joy of learning and strives to prepare each student for the next level of education.
We adhere to the principles and ideas of Dr. Maria Montessori.
The Academy`s curriculum implements the Montessori philosophy and methodology at the preprimary level and combines these with more traditional approaches in the elementary program.
The first priority is to offer a quality education.
As a service to Montessori Academy parents, an All Day Program has evolved for childcare before and after school.
The mission of Montessori Academy of Evansville is, "to assist each child to construct the adult that is to be." The Academy provides an enjoyable opportunity for learning.
Here the children discover themselves as individuals and their relationships to the world.
A Montessori-trained teacher serves as the catalyst within the prepared environment.
The materials and curriculum are developmentally appropriate for children preprimary age through third grade.
The atmosphere is one of individualized attention, guidance and self discipline.
The classroom environment stimulates intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth.
The school promotes the development of self-motivation, independence, curiosity, cooperation, and concern for others within the framework of a strong academic program.
At Montessori Academy, the work of the child has an internal goal the construction of the total person.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon.com
- George Clooney, Academy Award-winning actor
- Taylor Swift, singer-songwriter

Source: Verified school update

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Who are famous alumni from Montessori Academy?

Montessori Academy famous alumni include: Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon.com, George Clooney, Academy Award-winning actor and Taylor Swift, singer-songwriter.

What is Montessori Academy's ranking?

Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy?

The application deadline for Montessori Academy is Dec. 15.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked IN School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-3
Enrollment: 122 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15
Source: Verified school update

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