St. Christophers (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

Home > Florida > Miami-dade County > Key Biscayne

St. Christophers

Tel: (305) 361-5080

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

St. Christopher's by-the-Sea Montessori School was established in 1968 with the opening of its preschool program.

Today, St. Christopher's offers a small and nurturing educational environment within the diverse and international community of Key Biscayne.

St. Christopher's continually seeks to incorporate other extracurricular opportunities for all students.

We at St. Christopher's feel blessed to have been entrusted with the education of generations of young Key Biscayners.

St. Christopher's by-the-Sea Montessori School is committed to providing quality Montessori education in a Christian setting.

Within this prepared environment we encourage children to discover and learn at their own pace, in order to realize their highest potential.

Through work and example, children come to understand responsibility, respect, integrity and high moral standards.

St. Christopher's by-the-Sea Montessori School prepares the whole person for the challenges of tomorrow.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 230 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Christophers ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
American Montessori Society (AMS)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Year Founded

1959

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

230 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

26:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

School Notes

School Motto: Always Believe

St. Christopher's by-the-Sea Montessori School was established in 1968 with the opening of its preschool program. Today, St. Christopher's offers a small and nurturing educational environment within the diverse and international community of Key Biscayne. St. Christopher's continually seeks to incorporate other extracurricular opportunities for all students. We at St. Christopher's feel blessed to have been entrusted with the education of generations of young Key Biscayners. St. Christopher's by-the-Sea Montessori School is committed to providing quality Montessori education in a Christian setting. Within this prepared environment we encourage children to discover and learn at their own pace, in order to realize their highest potential. Through work and example, children come to understand responsibility, respect, integrity and high moral standards. St. Christopher's by-the-Sea Montessori School prepares the whole person for the challenges of tomorrow.

Source: Verified school update

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Christophers often compared to?

St. Christophers is often viewed alongside schools like St. Agnes Academy by visitors of our site.

What is St. Christophers's ranking?

St. Christophers ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Christophers?

The application deadline for St. Christophers is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse St. Christophers. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

July 21, 2026

Choosing Between a Traditional 草榴社区 School and a Microschool

Compare traditional private schools and microschools to understand differences in academics, class size, flexibility, cost, and student experience before choosing the best educational fit.

July 21, 2026

The Second Visit Strategy: What to Look for After the Open House

A second campus visit can reveal what an open house cannot. Learn what to observe, which questions to ask, and how to determine whether a private school is truly the right fit for your child.

July 21, 2026

How Policy Changes Could Affect Your Tuition Bill in 2026

Learn how federal and state policy changes may affect private school tuition, financial aid, tax benefits, and your family's education budget.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 230 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Request Information

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Miami-dade County, FL is $17,864 for elementary schools and $18,535 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Miami-dade County, FL is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).