Montessori Community School
Montessori Community School (MCS) is an independent, non-sectarian school providing a Montessori education for children ages two through twelve years.
We are accredited by the American Montessori Society and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools.
We are conveniently located in the residential neighborhood of Makiki, just five minutes from the University of Hawaii and five minutes from downtown Honolulu.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Students: 196 students
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
196 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 71%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by program level and dismissal time. Please refer to our website for tuition information.
Admissions Director
Cari Suzuki
Admissions Associate
Kathy Shirakawa
Profile last updated: 03/19/2021
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