Montessori School Of Columbia (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked SC School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 139 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,000
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 9 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Montessori School Of Columbia ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Montessori School Of Columbia
Nursery	24
Pre-K	21
Kind	24
1	17
2	11
3	16
4	9
5	14
6	3

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Year Founded

1983

School Calendar

Campus Size

3 acres

School Motto

The task of educators is immense because human progress and world peace are in their hands - Maria Montessori.

Student Body

Total Students

139 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

20%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

84%

Average Class Size

23 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

no uniforms, no trademark character clothing

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / Jan. 9 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,000

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Tuition Notes

$325 Registration fee $325 Facilities Maintenance Fee/ family Annual tuition for preschool: $9605-$9960 Annual tuition for elementary: $10558-10872 Aftercare: $2500 annually

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,168

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sarah McCants

Admissions Associate

Leslie Greene

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubSpanish

STEM Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Art in the AfternoonChoir

Dance for 3k-5k Aftercare studentsmusic

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Karate for 3k-5k Aftercare studentsphysical education

Soccer for 3k-5k Aftercare studentsyoga

School Notes

Serves children ages 3-12
Multi-age classrooms foster collaboration and social development
Specialized Montessori materials introduce interdisciplinary concepts with experiential learning
Teachers respect each student's pace and learning style
Individualized goals are established for each child-Independence and confidence are encouraged
Fosters freedom of movement and communication
Cultivates a respectful, productive community

The Montessori School of Columbia sits on a peaceful, wooded three-acre campus in the heart of the Rosewood Neighborhood, just minutes from USC and Downtown Columbia. We serve 140 students in 3K through 6th grade. We are a warm community of families, staff, and students where children are inspired to learn. We offer an authentic Montessori education driven by each child`s innate love of learning. Children are provided with a rigorous, self-paced, and individualized curriculum. The Montessori School of Columbia strikes a good balance between recognizing children`s freedom of choice and ensuring that they receive the instruction they need.Students work in multi-aged classrooms. Concepts are taught using hands-on manipulatives and then those concepts are gradually moved to abstraction. With the Montessori materials, children are active participants in their learning process. At the primary (3K-5K) level, children learn without realizing they are learning. By the time a child leaves the primary program, he/she has a quiet sense of competence. The child has been introduced to story-telling, mathematics, geometry, and the arts, and the groundwork has been laid for what comes next.At the elementary level, in addition to language and mathematics, children study geometry, geography, history, life science, physical science, art, music, and Spanish. We focus on teaching students how to research.At all levels, children learn to respect themselves, others, and their environment. We make every effort to prepare the whole child academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. A child who completes our program over nine years is centered, competent, confident, and ready to take on any challenge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montessori School Of Columbia cost?

Montessori School Of Columbia's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Montessori School Of Columbia?

The acceptance rate of Montessori School Of Columbia is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 89%. Montessori School Of Columbia's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in South Carolina with low acceptance rates.

What is Montessori School Of Columbia's ranking?

Montessori School Of Columbia ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Columbia?

The application deadline for Montessori School Of Columbia is Dec. 15 / Jan. 9 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 9 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Montessori School Of Columbia located?

Montessori School Of Columbia is located in the Rosewood neighborhood of Columbia, SC.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Columbia, SC is $13,317 for elementary schools and $14,535 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Columbia, SC is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).