Montessori School Of Waukesha

2600 Summit Ave Waukesha, WI 53188
msow.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 172 students
  • Average class size: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 172 students
  • Average class size: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1964
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
9 acres

Student Body

Total Students
172 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 35%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
27 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Michelle Krauska
Admissions Associate
Kate Drehmel
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
after school chessBoy Scouts
Girl Scouts


Arts and Music Programs:
After School Drama


Recreational Athletic Programs:
after school yogaafter school zumba

School Notes

  • Montessori School of Waukesha is accredited by the American Montessori Society.
  • MSOW offers a unique educational experience.
  • Multi-age class groups allow children to progress through the curriculum at their own pace.
  • Younger children are constantly stimulated by the interesting work of the older children.
  • At the same time, older students serve as role models for the younger ones.
  • A supportive atmosphere gives each child a chance to develop his or her own potential.
  • Our academic staff consists of trained and certified Montessori teachers and support staff whose goal is to help each child work toward his/her fullest potential. The school is operated by an Executive Director and staff.
  • The school has a Board of Directors comprised of parents of children enrolled in the school and community members.
  • Currently, the school is supported by tuition, before and after school program revenue, selected fundraising events, and donations from foundations and corporate supporters.
  • Montessori School of Waukesha is accredited by the American Montessori Society.
  • MSOW offers a unique educational experience.
  • Multi-age class groups allow children to progress through the curriculum at their own pace.
  • Younger children are constantly stimulated by the interesting work of the older children.
  • At the same time, older students serve as role models for the younger ones.
  • A supportive atmosphere gives each child a chance to develop his or her own potential.
  • Our academic staff consists of trained and certified Montessori teachers and support staff whose goal is to help each child work toward his/her fullest potential. The school is operated by an Executive Director and staff.
  • The school has a Board of Directors comprised of parents of children enrolled in the school and community members.
  • Currently, the school is supported by tuition, before and after school program revenue, selected fundraising events, and donations from foundations and corporate supporters.
Source: Verified school update

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The application deadline for Montessori School Of Waukesha is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Waukesha County, WI is $9,081 for elementary schools and $18,204 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Waukesha County, WI is 93% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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