ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´

Metropolitan Montessori School

325 W 85th St New York, NY 10024

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 148 students
  • Acceptance rate: 36%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 9 / Jan. 12 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
School location map

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 148 students
  • Acceptance rate: 36%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 9 / Jan. 12 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Metropolitan Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
148 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jan. 9 / Jan. 12 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Stepping Stones for children 2 years & 8 months to 3 year olds (8:45 am to 12:15 pm): $26,500 Morning program for 3 and 4 year olds (8:45 am to 12:15 pm): $26,500 Optional afternoon program for 3 and 4 year olds (12:15 pm to 3 pm): $11,250 Kinder
% on Financial Aid
17%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$23,500
Acceptance Rate
36%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Marielle Lopez
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Montessori Model UNRobotics Team


Arts and Music Programs:
Violin


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer Skills

School Notes

  • Metropolitan Montessori School is dedicated to providing an enriching and challenging educational environment where each child is encouraged to grow to his or her fullest potential academically, emotionally, and socially.
  • Through the dynamic partnership of child, parent, and teacher, a consistent Montessori framework for learning is developed, offering "An education for life.".
  • Metropolitan Montessori School is dedicated to providing an enriching and challenging educational environment where each child is encouraged to grow to his or her fullest potential academically, emotionally, and socially. Through the dynamic partnership of child, parent, and teacher, a consistent Montessori framework for learning is developed, offering "An education for life."
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Metropolitan Montessori School often compared to?
Metropolitan Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Bank Street School For Children by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Metropolitan Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Metropolitan Montessori School is 36%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. Metropolitan Montessori School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
What is Metropolitan Montessori School's ranking?
Metropolitan Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Metropolitan Montessori School?
The application deadline for Metropolitan Montessori School is Jan. 9 / Jan. 12 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 9 / Jan. 12 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

Endorse Metropolitan Montessori School. 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
Endorse this school

Recent Articles

When Your Child Struggles in One ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Subject
When Your Child Struggles in One ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Subject
Learn what to do when your child struggles in one private school subject, including identifying causes, working with teachers, evaluating support, tutoring, progress, and next steps effectively.
Is Your Child Challenged or Just Given More Work?
Is Your Child Challenged or Just Given More Work?
Learn how to distinguish meaningful academic rigor from excessive workload by evaluating assignments, feedback, classroom expectations, assessments, and intellectual challenge when comparing private schools for your child.
ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Extra Help: Evaluating Teacher Access
ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Extra Help: Evaluating Teacher Access
Learn how to evaluate private school extra-help systems, including teacher availability, scheduling, advising, response times, and access, so your child can receive meaningful academic support when needed most.
School location map

Request Info

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $47,664 for elementary schools and $49,262 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 61% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

Related School Videos

0:46

0:33

Quick Links