PreK, Kindergarten, Lower and Upper Elementary with Flexible scheduling and the availability of full day hours.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition depends upon child's daily schedule of attendance. Please call for details: 815-459-6727.
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Alena Baradzina
School Notes
- Serve children 3 to 12 years old with multi-age grouping in every classroom.
- Safe quiet neighborhood setting
- Conveniently located near Downtown Crystal Lake and the Metra Station.
- Morning class, School Day program, All Day program
- Summer camp / Winter camp
- Lifetime foundation: our students are selfconfident,love to learn, and know how to do it independently
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Montessori Pathways School?
The acceptance rate of Montessori Pathways School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Pathways School?
The application deadline for Montessori Pathways School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 3/5/2020
My son graduated from 6 grades of this school. According to his current teachers in public school, he is a very responsible, organized, self- disciplined, and self- motivated student. All credits are to Montessori environment and very professional and supportive Montessori Pathways teaching team. Highly recommended.
5 12/11/2012
We enjoyed the experience with them last year. Our child grew as a student and I think it has made all the difference in the world.
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