Near North Montessori (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked IL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 565 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,346
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 18 / rolling
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School Rankings

Near North Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Near North Montessori
Nursery	59
Pre-K	121
Kind	52
1	49
2	50
3	45
4	40
5	33
6	42
7	38
8	36

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Pre-K is largest at 121 students, far above any other grade at Near North Montessori.

Year Founded

1963

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Student Body

Total Students

565 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

54 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 18 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,346

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Tuition Notes

Primary $26,346 (half day options available, visit our website for more detailed tuition) Elementary Tuition - $26,346 Junior High Tuition - $28,197

Summer Program Cost Notes

www.nnms.org

% on Financial Aid

16%

Admissions Director

Jay Blakely

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DanceFlag Football

SoccerSwimming

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

artband

ceramicsdrawing

lego robotics

Recreational Athletic Programs:

swimming

School Notes

We curate opportunities for students to question, explore, and innovate, helping them unlock the joy and drive to learn independently. It's a visionary philosophy of what an education should be-a bold vision first realized by Dr. Maria Montessori more than a century ago and one we continue to evolve.

Mission:NNM prepares students for life in an ever-changing, complex world, inspiring them to reach their inherent potential through the Montessori philosophy and a strong parent-school partnership.
Vision:In keeping with Dr. Montessori's goal of making the world a better place for all humanity through education, it is incumbent upon us to prepare our students to be tomorrow's ethical leaders.
Values:The NNM community respects and demonstrates: diversity and inclusion; lifelong learning; concern for others and empathy; integrity, honesty, and authenticity; humility; cultural competency; civility and respect; responsibility; sustainability and community; and courageous leadership.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Near North Montessori cost?

Near North Montessori's tuition is approximately $26,346 for private students.

Does Near North Montessori offer a summer program?

Yes, Near North Montessori offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Near North Montessori offer?

Near North Montessori offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Near North Montessori is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for most sports offered.

What is Near North Montessori's ranking?

Near North Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Near North Montessori?

The application deadline for Near North Montessori is Dec. 18 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 18 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Near North Montessori located?

Near North Montessori is located in the Pulaski Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.

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