Sundrops Montessori School in Mount Pleasant, SC serves co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1998, the school enrolls 216 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 37 teachers.
The nonsectarian Montessori program is affiliated with Montessori associations and emphasizes a suburban Mount Pleasant community environment.
Students of color represent approximately 2.9% of the student body, reflecting the school's demographic composition.
Tuition information is consistent with local private school averages, supporting families seeking Montessori education in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 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-8
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
216 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” – Stephen R. Covey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sundrops Montessori School?
The application deadline for Sundrops Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Sundrops Montessori School is University School of The Lowcountry (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Of Mt Pleasant (0.8 miles away)
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