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.: 13:1
Number of AP 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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Location
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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
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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