Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, Montessori Academy is one of the largest Montessori schools in the nation, providing Montessori education for children ages 18 months through 12th grade.
Montessori Academy and our satellite school in Clarksville, Amare Montessori, both have the prestigious recognition of meeting the rigorous accreditation standards of the American Montessori Society.
Montessori Academy also possesses accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (COGNIA) and International Montessori Council (IMC).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TN School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1987
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
314 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Adrienne Baker
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Cathi Prather
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Cooking Club, Rocket Readers, Sports Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Chorus & Singers, Keyboarding, Piano, Songwriting & Recording, Suzuki Violin
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club, Soccer Shots
Cooking Club, Rocket Readers, Sports Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Chorus & Singers, Keyboarding, Piano, Songwriting & Recording, Suzuki Violin
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club, Soccer Shots
School Notes
- Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, Montessori Academy is one of the largest Montessori schools in the nation, providing Montessori education for children ages 18 months through 12th grade.
- Montessori Academy and our satellite school in Clarksville, Amare Montessori, both have the prestigious recognition of meeting the rigorous accreditation standards of the American Montessori Society.
- Montessori Academy also possesses accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (COGNIA) and International Montessori Council (IMC).
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Academy's ranking?
Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori Academy located?
Montessori Academy is located in the Edmondson neighborhood of Brentwood, TN.
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