The Montessori School of Herndon is a full affiliate of American Montessori Society and has been a member school longer than most Montessori schools in Northern VA.
Our school has been providing ability based instruction since 1984.
Aiken School was started to provide excellent elementary education and a smooth transition to the traditional method of education.
We enjoy a reputation for strong academics and excellence in education.
Most of our enrollment is based on recommendations of our current and former families who have been impressed by the achievements of the children under our care.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 47 students
- 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-6
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Herndon?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of Herndon is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Montessori School Of Herndon is Dominion Christian School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Temple Baptist School (0.4 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
1545 Dranesville Road
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 758-1055
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 758-1055
0.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 344 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
1545 Dranesville Rd
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 233 students Avg. class size: 13 students
Montessori Country School ![Montessori Country School Photo - Our beautiful outside spaces include a large playground (this shows only half) two fenced in side yards with child size picnic tables and butterfly gardens, and a peace pole rose garden out front.]( "Montessori Country School Photo - Our beautiful outside spaces include a large playground (this shows only half) two fenced in side yards with child size picnic tables and butterfly gardens, and a peace pole rose garden out front.")
Montessori School
621 Alabama Dr
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 437-8285
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 437-8285
0.8 miles
Gr: K | 22 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
722 Grant St., Suite J
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 481-3080
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 481-3080
1 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 4,095 students Tuition listed
Montessori Peace School
Montessori School
730 Jackson St
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 689-0208
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 689-0208
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1545 Dranesville Road
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 758-1055
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 758-1055
0.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 344 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
1545 Dranesville Rd
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 233 students Avg. class size: 13 students
722 Grant St., Suite J
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 481-3080
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 481-3080
1 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 4,095 students Tuition listed
11700 Plaza America Drive, Suite 150
Reston, VA 20190
(877) 673-8893
Reston, VA 20190
(877) 673-8893
2.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 Tuition listed
13505 Dulles Technology Drive Suite 3 Herndon
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 464-0034
Herndon, VA 20171
(703) 464-0034
2.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 Acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1545 Dranesville Road
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 758-1055
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 758-1055
0.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 344 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
1545 Dranesville Rd
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 233 students Avg. class size: 13 students
722 Grant St., Suite J
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 481-3080
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 481-3080
1 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 4,095 students Tuition listed
750 Peachtree Street
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 880-4350
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 880-4350
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 543 students Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
11700 Plaza America Drive, Suite 150
Reston, VA 20190
(877) 673-8893
Reston, VA 20190
(877) 673-8893
2.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1545 Dranesville Rd
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 713-7400
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 233 students Avg. class size: 13 students
Montessori Country School ![Montessori Country School Photo - Our beautiful outside spaces include a large playground (this shows only half) two fenced in side yards with child size picnic tables and butterfly gardens, and a peace pole rose garden out front.]( "Montessori Country School Photo - Our beautiful outside spaces include a large playground (this shows only half) two fenced in side yards with child size picnic tables and butterfly gardens, and a peace pole rose garden out front.")
Montessori School
621 Alabama Dr
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 437-8285
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 437-8285
0.8 miles
Gr: K | 22 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Montessori Peace School
Montessori School
730 Jackson St
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 689-0208
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 689-0208
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
Herndon KinderCare ![Herndon KinderCare Photo - Herndon KinderCare]( "Herndon KinderCare Photo - Herndon KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
801 Locust St.
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 471-1191
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 471-1191
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK
11875 Lake Newport Rd.
Reston, VA 20194
(703) 742-0494
Reston, VA 20194
(703) 742-0494
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7270 Riley Rd.
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7410
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7410
9219.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4416 Broad Run Church Rd
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
Warrenton, VA 20187
(540) 422-7650
9220 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12375 Aden Road
Nokesville, VA 20181
(571) 781-3040
Nokesville, VA 20181
(571) 781-3040
9221.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 1,202 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15500 Learning Lane
Haymarket, VA 20169
(703) 468-2800
Haymarket, VA 20169
(703) 468-2800
9221.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 963 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8584 Sedge Wren Drive
Gainesville, VA 20155
(703) 753-1702
Gainesville, VA 20155
(703) 753-1702
9221.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
School Reviews
5 7/19/2024
Both my children came to MSH. Can not thank enough for everyone in providing an outstanding, loving and cherished envoirnment along with a strong academic sense of learning. MSH will always have a special place in our hearts!
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