Montessori Day School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked NC School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-3
Enrollment: 60 students
Acceptance rate: 97%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
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School Rankings

Montessori Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-3

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Montessori Day School
Nursery	9
Pre-K	22
Kind	9
1	10
2	2
3	6
4	1
5	1

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Pre-K has the most students with 22, far more than any other grade at Montessori Day School.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Case by case consideration of needs

Year Founded

1979

Summer School Offered

Yes

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School Calendar

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Campus Size

2 acres

School Motto

Building a lifelong love of learning since 1979

Student Body

Total Students

60 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Be ready to play and create art!

List of Courses Offered

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Mar. 1 / rolling

Tuition Notes

*Toddler 5 day: $10475 *Preschool 5 day: $10475 Kindergarten: $12150 Elementary: $12250 *Limited number of 3 day programs available.

Summer Program Cost

$195

Summer Program Cost Notes

Cost is per weekly session from mid-June to mid-August.

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,400

Acceptance Rate

97%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Heather Epes

Application URL

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Classroom Cooks

Arts and Music Programs:

Listening to Preschool ReadersMusic Program

Spanish Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

P.E.

School Notes

Montessori Day School, founded in 1979, is dedicated to building a lifelong love of learning with our students. We provide an enriched Montessori curriculum to meet the needs of children with a wide range of abilities, toddler through elementary.

Our preschool's goal is to help each child develop the foundational habits, attitudes, skills, and thoughtfulness that are essential for a lifetime of creative learning.
Our Montessori elementary curriculum provides non-competitive, intellectually and chronologically diverse learning opportunities.
We are dedicated to the continued enrichment of our students through additional classes in music and languages, art and crafting, community service learning opportunities, educational field trips and in-school presentations, developing peace and environmental curricula, and providing our students with a model of conflict resolution mediation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montessori Day School cost?

Montessori Day School's tuition is approximately $195 for summer students.

What schools are Montessori Day School often compared to?

Montessori Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Waldorf School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Montessori Day School?

The acceptance rate of Montessori Day School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

Does Montessori Day School offer a summer program?

Yes, Montessori Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Montessori Day School's ranking?

Montessori Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Montessori Day School?

The application deadline for Montessori Day School is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $11,560 for elementary schools and $12,537 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).