South Florida Montessori Academy in Fort Lauderdale, FL, serves 30 students from pre–kindergarten through 4th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 with 2 teachers supporting early childhood and elementary education.
The student body is 81.82 percent students of color, reflecting diversity within the midsize urban community of Progresso Village.
South Florida Montessori Academy is affiliated with the Association Montessori International (AMI), offering Montessori education consistent with AMI standards.
As a Fort Lauderdale Montessori school, it provides private early learning options in a city setting, with tuition levels comparable to local private elementary programs.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for South Florida Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for South Florida Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is South Florida Montessori Academy located?
South Florida Montessori Academy is located in the Progresso Village neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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