Opus Montessori School

180 N Hawthorne Rd Barrington, IL 60010
opusmontessori.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Opus Montessori School in Barrington, IL, enrolls 34 students in preschool through kindergarten grades within a nonsectarian, suburban community.
  • The school serves coeducational Montessori programs for early learners starting at preschool (PK) up to kindergarten (K).
  • With a single teacher, Opus Montessori has a student–teacher ratio of 34:1 reflecting its current instructional capacity.
  • Approximately 50 percent of the student body represents students of color, contributing to the school's student diversity.
  • Located in a large suburb, the school offers early childhood education alongside several nearby private preschools and elementary options.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 34%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Opus Montessori School?
The application deadline for Opus Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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