Montessori School Of Mclean (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked VA School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 234 students
Yearly Tuition: $45,000
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Montessori School Of Mclean ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Montessori School Of Mclean
Nursery	24
Pre-K	85
Kind	35
1	20
2	20
3	20
4	10
5	10
6	10

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

We have a Learning Specialist on staff

Year Founded

1973

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

234 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

49%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

33 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms required for Elementary students only

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$45,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by program. Please see our website for our current tuition and fee schedule.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer camp is available for our current students. Summer camp rates vary by length of day and program.

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Kristen Schlicker

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubChess Club

MakerSpaceRobotics Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Dance Classes

Recreational Athletic Programs:

BasketballSoccer

School Notes

The Montessori School of McLean is a fully accredited school that is dedicated to the principles of the Montessori Method. As Dr. Montessori found that children learn better in multi-age groupings, all classrooms have students of mixed ages: Toddler (24-36 months); Primary (age 3-6); Lower Elementary (age 6-9); and Upper Elementary (age 9-12). MSM has two Toddler classes; five Primary classes, three Lower Elementary classes, and one Upper Elementary class. The Montessori Method is concerned with the development of the whole child, and allows children to develop at their own pace, and discover their innate love of learning.

In 1973, the Montessori School of McLean opened with one preschool and one elementary class. Since that time,one toddler and fourmore preschool classes have been added and the elementary class has been expanded to include the upper elementary level in addition to the lower elementary classes (first through sixth grade.) Cultural enrichment classes were added to the program throughout the years and now include Art, Spanish, Music, Drama, Science Lab, Technology Lab, Outdoor Classroom, and Physical Education. Our facilities have expanded to include a multi-purpose room (gymnasium, stage, gathering space), science and computer labs, a Spanish room, Music room, and expanded classroom sizes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montessori School Of Mclean cost?

Montessori School Of Mclean's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Montessori School Of Mclean?

The acceptance rate of Montessori School Of Mclean is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 79%.

What is Montessori School Of Mclean's ranking?

Montessori School Of Mclean ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Mclean?

The application deadline for Montessori School Of Mclean is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Mc Lean, VA is $23,459 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Mc Lean, VA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).