Maracas Montessori in Raleigh, NC, serves 92 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 8 teaching staff supporting early childhood education.
Approximately 37.5% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting community diversity.
Maracas Montessori is located in a large city setting and offers programs focused on early learning within the Raleigh area.
Enrollment includes 9 students in K–12 grades, with the majority in pre–kindergarten programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
92 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Maracas Montessori?
The application deadline for Maracas Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Maracas Montessori is Trinity Academy (0.1 miles away)
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Raleigh, NC 27613
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Raleigh, NC 27613
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Raleigh, NC 27615
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Raleigh, NC 27613
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(919) 786-0114
Raleigh, NC 27613
(919) 786-0114
0.1 miles
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Raleigh, NC 27613
(919) 848-8960
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Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
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