Journey School in Ashton, MD, is a rural nonsectarian Montessori school serving grades 1 through 5 with a total enrollment of 17 students.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1 with three teachers supporting its small co鈥揺d student body.
Approximately 24% of the student population represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the rural community.
As a Montessori school, Journey offers a structured program in a rural setting without religious affiliation or membership associations.
Journey School is located near several private schools in the Ashton area, providing families with alternative private education options in a rural environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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 Journey School?
The application deadline for Journey School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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