About the School
- The Colonel Shepard Montessori School in Milford, NH, offers a nonsectarian Montessori program for co–ed students in grades PK through 6 in a suburban community setting.
- Founded in 1995, the school serves 31 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 supported by three teachers.
- The school has a student population that includes approximately 9% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
- As a Montessori school, it provides early childhood and elementary education within a midsize suburb of New Hampshire.
- Located in Milford, the school is among several private early learning options in the area, with enrollment totals smaller than many nearby programs.
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1995
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 19%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Other Activities:
Art Classes with Currier Art MuseumMath Club
PTOSki Club
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Colonel Shepard Montessori School?
The application deadline for The Colonel Shepard Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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