Ridgewood Montessori School

Ridgewood Montessori School in Paramus, NJ serves 228 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 7th grade in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1989, this nonsectarian Montessori school holds membership in the American Montessori Society.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 with an average class size of 22 students.
Approximately 44% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Ridgewood Montessori School offers education in a large suburban community with programs spanning early learning through middle school levels.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 228 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
228 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Ridgewood Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
22 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Not available
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Montessori is an education for independence, preparing not just for school, but for life.'
  • School Mascot: Not Available
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Not available
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Ridgewood Montessori School?
Ridgewood Montessori School famous alumni include: Not available.
When is the application deadline for Ridgewood Montessori School?
The application deadline for Ridgewood Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
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My son came to Ridgewood Montessori School as a 3rd grader. He has found a fantastic amount of growth academically, emotionally, and sense of self. He is now going into 7th grade in September and my only regret is that I didn`t find this school sooner.
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5  
The quality of the teachers and program at Ridgewood Montessori are unmatched! Our 3-year-old and 1 year old have absolutely loved their experiences there and we have been so impressed by their kind and passionate teachers.
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5  
Best school ever - great teachers, caring staff wholeheartedly dedicated to students growing and learning- cant think of a better school for my kids.
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5  
Ridgewood Montessori School is a beautiful school. The teachers are kind nurturing and very professional. They all take pride in providing a positive experience for each child. I am proud to be a parent and say that my child had a wonderful experience at RMS
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 228 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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