Montessori Preparatory School

The Montessori Preparatory School opened in 1998 as a center for advanced learning.
The beautiful Temple Terrace campus serves the community with classrooms for children ages Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
Our Student Leadership Program, Community Programs and Character Development classes help our students to learn social and emotional skills that make them lifelong learners.
The advanced Montessori materials help students to understand complex subjects. In addition to our Montessori curriculum, our students are exposed to traditional educational practices as well as, lessons in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 175 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
1998
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
175 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Montessori Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform shirt, khaki or navy pants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubSpanish Club

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Montessori Preparatory School offer?
Montessori Preparatory School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Dance, Gymnastics and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Montessori Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 175 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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