The Greenhouse School serves 20 students in grades Nursery/Preschool, is a member of the National Coalition of Alternative Community Schools and the Other school association(s). The student:teacher of The Greenhouse School is 5:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Greenhouse School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 31%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jessica Wamala: Rhodes Scholar!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from The Greenhouse School?
The Greenhouse School famous alumni include: Jessica Wamala: Rhodes Scholar!.
When is the application deadline for The Greenhouse School?
The application deadline for The Greenhouse School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 2/4/2021
All three of my children attended the Greenhouse School. They are all now young adults, one college graduate and two college students. I credit their solid academic foundation and commitment to social justice to the Greenhouse School community. I am grateful for the education they received there, as students and people.
5 11/19/2018
I can't say enough about the Greenhouse school. The curricula is stimulating and challenging (while attainable for each individual student). Students are encouraged and supported to reach their maximum potential.Besides the excellent academics, this school teaches self-sufficiency, inclusiveness, discipline and manners, as well as consideration: for others, their environment, animals, plants... Students are encouraged to support each other and their community. The grow food, and thus learn appreciation for nutrition and what they put in their bodies. The take good care of plants and pets (birds, a guinea pig, fish...)It's a pleasure to visit and witness the learning and creative activities going on in every corner of the building--with so much joy! The school seems to always be winning one sort of award or another.I heartily endorse the Greenhouse School.
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