Reston Montessori School
Reston Montessori School mission is to provide a strong academic foundation using the Montessori Method, to provide an environment that meets the intellectual, social, emotional and physical needs of each child, to provide a warm and supportive atmosphere that allows each child the freedom to develop at his or her own pace, and to provide a safe and secure setting in which children learn to respect others as well as themselves, and in the process, develop a strong sense of self-worth.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked VA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Reston Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
1986
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
250 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reston Montessori School's ranking?
Reston Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Reston Montessori School?
The application deadline for Reston Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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