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Chicago Montessori

1713 W Cullom Ave
Chicago, IL 60613
Chicago Montessori opened its doors in 2005. Montessori classrooms provide a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural tendency to work.
The children's innate passion for learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous, purposeful activities with the guidance of a trained adult.
Through their work, the children develop concentration and joyful self-discipline.
Within a framework of order, the children progress at their own pace and rhythm, according to their individual capabilities.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 124 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7

Student Body

Total Students
124 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Chicago Montessori Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
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 Chicago Montessori?
The application deadline for Chicago Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Chicago Montessori located?
Chicago Montessori is located in the Lake View neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other private schools located in Lake View.

School Calendar

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Trade Day (School Closed)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (School Closed)
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Easter Day (School Closed)
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Memorial Day (School Closed)
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School / 8th Grade Graduation / Early Dismissal
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 124 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $12,011 for elementary schools and $19,185 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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