Located in Chantilly, VA, Montessori School Of South Riding enrolls 17 students in preschool through first grade within a suburban setting.
Founded in 2003, the school offers a nonsectarian Montessori program emphasizing early childhood education.
The student–teacher ratio of 17:1, supported by one full–time teacher serving all grade levels.
The student body is 80 percent students of color, ranking the school among the top 20 percent of private schools in Virginia for diversity.
Montessori School Of South Riding serves a small enrollment, providing early learning options in the Chantilly suburban community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori School Of South Riding ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
2003
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of South Riding?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of South Riding is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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