Prairie Land Montessori

3652 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60613
prairielandmontessori.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 56 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Prairie Land Montessori in Chicago, IL, offers co–ed Montessori programs for preschool (PK) and kindergarten students in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
  • The school enrolls 56 students across all grades, including 3 K–12 students, with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 11 full–time teachers.
  • Located in a large city community, Prairie Land Montessori provides early learning programs aligned with Montessori educational principles.
  • Tuition details are not specified; however, Chicago private elementary school tuition averages $13,895, providing local cost context. Nearby private schools offer diverse grade spans and student populations, with Prairie Land Montessori focusing specifically on early childhood education.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 56 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
56 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,709 for elementary schools and $19,173 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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