West Glades Montessori School in Boca Raton, FL, serves 74 students from pre–kindergarten to kindergarten in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1989, this nonsectarian Montessori school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 25:15.
The school is a member of the American Montessori Society and other Montessori associations, offering a program aligned with Montessori educational principles.
West Glades Montessori School ranks in the top 20% of Florida private schools for diversity, with 100% students of color represented.
The campus spans 5 acres and provides early learning primarily for preschool and kindergarten students in the Boca Raton area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
West Glades Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1989
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
3 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Alexander Graham Bell, Educator -
- Thomas Edison, Inventor -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from West Glades Montessori School?
West Glades Montessori School famous alumni include: Alexander Graham Bell, Educator and Thomas Edison, Inventor.
When is the application deadline for West Glades Montessori School?
The application deadline for West Glades Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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