Montessori School Of Western Springs in Western Springs, IL, serves 32 students in preschool through kindergarten within a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
Founded in 1969, the school offers Montessori early learning programs consistent with American Montessori Society standards.
The student–teacher ratio of 32:1, reflecting a single teacher serving all enrolled students.
The student body includes 25 percent students of color, representing diversity within the local community.
The school ranks among the top 20 percent of Illinois private schools for the number of AP courses offered.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori School Of Western Springs ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
AP Courses
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1969
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori School Of Western Springs's ranking?
Montessori School Of Western Springs ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Western Springs?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of Western Springs is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Montessori School Of Western Springs is Hinsdale Adventist Academy (0.3 miles away)
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631 E Hickory St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Chesterton Academy Of Holy Family
(Catholic)
3922 Howard Ave
Western Springs, IL 60558
(224) 601-6390
Western Springs, IL 60558
(224) 601-6390
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students
708 51st St
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-4454
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-4454
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 590 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Creative World Montessori School
Montessori School
1250 W Goodman Ave
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-5255
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-5255
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 143 students Extracurrculars: 2
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Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
204 S. Grant
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-0065
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-0065
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 120 students Avg. class size: 18 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
631 E Hickory St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Chesterton Academy Of Holy Family
(Catholic)
3922 Howard Ave
Western Springs, IL 60558
(224) 601-6390
Western Springs, IL 60558
(224) 601-6390
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students
Nazareth Academy
(Catholic)
1209 West Ogden Avenue
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 354-0061
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 354-0061
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 796 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition listed
100 6th Ave
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 328-8546
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 328-8546
2.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Avg. class size: 30 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Acacia Academy ![Acacia Academy Photo - Offering a variety of year-round and summer programs designed to meet each student's learning objectives in terms of his/her learning capabilities.AdvancED accredited school in the La Grange, IL area. Illinois State Board of Education approved for out-of-district placement for special education.]( "Acacia Academy Photo - Offering a variety of year-round and summer programs designed to meet each student's learning objectives in terms of his/her learning capabilities.AdvancED accredited school in the La Grange, IL area. Illinois State Board of Education approved for out-of-district placement for special education.")
Special Education School
6425 Willow Springs Rd
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 579-9040
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 579-9040
2.7 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 91 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
631 E Hickory St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
708 51st St
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-4454
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-4454
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 590 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Isaac Jogues Elementary School
(Catholic)
421 S Clay St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-3244
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-3244
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 474 students
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(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
505 S Park Rd
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-1690
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-1690
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students Avg. class size: 17 students Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
145 N Waiola Ave
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 352-2175
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 352-2175
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 460 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
631 E Hickory St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-9211
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 176 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Creative World Montessori School
Montessori School
1250 W Goodman Ave
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-5255
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-5255
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 143 students Extracurrculars: 2
Zion Lutheran School & ECEC ![Zion Lutheran School & ECEC Photo - Zion Lutheran ECEC]( "Zion Lutheran School & ECEC Photo - Zion Lutheran ECEC")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
204 S. Grant
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-0065
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 323-0065
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 120 students Avg. class size: 18 students
St. Johns Lutheran School ![St. Johns Lutheran School Photo - The St. John's cheerleaders are taking a break.]( "St. Johns Lutheran School Photo - The St. John's cheerleaders are taking a break.")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
505 S Park Rd
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-1690
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 354-1690
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students Avg. class size: 17 students Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Children's Montessori Language Academy
Montessori School
415 w 8th street in Hinsdale
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 468-5089
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 468-5089
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
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(Math: 42% | Reading: 41%)
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520 Secretariat Ln
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(630) 636-3800
Oswego, IL 60543
(630) 636-3800
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East Aurora High School Rssp
Alternative School
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(630) 232-5963
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(630) 232-5963
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(630) 299-8000
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(630) 299-8000
9181.2 miles
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Edna Rollins Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 2%)
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(630) 299-5480
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5480
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Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6%)
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Bottom 50%10
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(630) 299-8200
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8200
9181.4 miles
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