The Del Ray Montessori School serves 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, is a member of the Association Montessori International (AMI) and the Council of Bilingual Education.
The student:teacher of The Del Ray Montessori School is 22:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,883
- 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
Year Founded
2011
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,883
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Del Ray Montessori School cost?
The Del Ray Montessori School's tuition is approximately $20,883 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Del Ray Montessori School?
The application deadline for The Del Ray Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Del Ray Montessori School located?
The Del Ray Montessori School is located in the Potomac West neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 4 other private schools located in Potomac West.
School Reviews
5 8/3/2024
As the parent of a current student, I am so happy this school exists! DRMS stands out in the area as one of the few schools with all AMI-certified lead guides (Montessori-speak for teachers). Unlike many schools that use Montessori materials or the 'name,' this is the real deal. The teachers make the school a caring and loving place where you feel happy and secure sending your kids every day. As one of the few preschool options in the area beginning at 18 months, be sure to apply early if you are interested in the YCC option! The parent and family community is also a fantastic bonus of being a part of this school. You will often find families hanging out for over an hour in the school yard or at a local playground as the kids don't want the day to end! We are so grateful to the parent nights for helping us learn how to transfer Montessori principles to the home, with guidance in child-led food prep, toileting, positive discipline, and more.
5 5/11/2020
As a former employee I am happily biased, but I want to tell you how much I love this school and its staff! It is highly exceptional to find a school with a director who is AMI-Montessori trained to work with not one, but three (!) age groups of children: toddler (18 months to 3 years), primary (3-6), and elementary (6-12). This means that the school culture is infused with a deep understanding of children and this research-supported way of guiding their development. I am forever grateful for the things I learned from head of school, Sarah Fondriest, when I was a new teacher. I am grateful for the colleagues who were experts in their craft, but also kind, engaged, nurturing, and hardworking people. And I am grateful for the children and their families who made the school an engaging and dynamic place to learn and grow. It was a pleasure to work with the children who passed through my class and to be part of this wonderful school! :)
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