The Columbus Montessori Education Center (CMEC), established in 1984, is a non-profit community organization whose mission is to be an excellent model of center based quality early learning as well as an advocate for access for all children, beginning at birth, to quality learning experiences; to provide elementary children an excellent, innovative, comprehensive learning experience, and to offer programs for teachers, parents and others that support these goals.
We stress the importance of giving quality child care and education for all children.
Our mission is to nurture and develop the whole child through magnified learning and quality care in a diverse community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Columbus Montessori Education Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
286 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- The Columbus Montessori Education Center (CMEC), established in 1984, is a non-profit community organization whose mission is to be an excellent model of center based quality early learning as well as an advocate for access for all children, beginning at birth, to quality learning experiences; to provide elementary children an excellent, innovative, comprehensive learning experience, and to offer programs for teachers, parents and others that support these goals. We stress the importance of giving quality child care and education for all children.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Columbus Montessori Education Center?
The application deadline for Columbus Montessori Education Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Columbus Montessori Education Center located?
Columbus Montessori Education Center is located in the Eastmoor neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other private schools located in Eastmoor.
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The nearest high school to Columbus Montessori Education Center is Bishop Hartley High School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is All Saints Academy (0.4 miles away)
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4300 Cherry Bottom Road
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(614) 509-2220
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