Phoenix Montessori Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked NC School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 363 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,500
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Phoenix Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Phoenix Montessori Academy
Nursery	36
Pre-K	89
Kind	31
1	21
2	13
3	25
4	21
5	14
6	28
7	24
8	20
9	13
10	8
11	8
12	12

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Pre-K is largest at 89, far above every other grade and nearly triple Nursery’s 36.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

2004

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

363 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

37 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

24 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,500

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Tuition Notes

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Summer Program Cost Notes

Average cost of $300/week with before and after school care available for additional cost. See website for summer camp registration packet.

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Lorena Prince

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

ArcheryBasketball

Flag FootballTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Mascot

Phoenix

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubInteract Club

Media ClubMontessori Model United Nations

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClassMusic Class

Sewing Club

School Notes

Our mission at Phoenix Montessori Academy is to develop true scholars, life-long learners, and productive citizens of the world in a diverse atmosphere that incorporates Montessori principles where students demonstrate respect and love for self, others, and their environment.

Phoenix Montessori Academy is an independent, non-profit school, educating students from ages 18 months to 18 years (toddlers through 12th grade). Our school was established June 19, 2004 and the first class was held on September 7, 2004. The school was founded by a group of concerned parents and a seasoned teacher, all committed to creating a loving and nurturing environment where the well being and development of the child is paramount.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Phoenix Montessori Academy cost?

Phoenix Montessori Academy's tuition is approximately $13,500 for private students.

What schools are Phoenix Montessori Academy often compared to?

Phoenix Montessori Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Christian Montessori School At Lake Norman by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Phoenix Montessori Academy?

The acceptance rate of Phoenix Montessori Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Phoenix Montessori Academy offer?

Phoenix Montessori Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Flag Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Phoenix Montessori Academy's ranking?

Phoenix Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Phoenix Montessori Academy?

The application deadline for Phoenix Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 5/28/2013

Phoenix is a 15 on a scale of one to ten! Our family loves the bonds created between student and teacher in each grade. PMA has a warm, loving, caring environment well suited to the independent learner as well as the student who learns in non-traditional ways. Students are treasured as individuals and parents are welcome. PMA truly embraces the Montessori philosophy of educating mind, body and spirit.

- Posted by Parent - Carol

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