Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton
About the School
- At Rainbow Montessori your child comes first.
- We feel that it is a privilege that you will allow us to share in the development and education of your most precious possession, your childrens.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
156 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 40%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Rainbow Montessori - Clifton?
The application deadline for Rainbow Montessori - Clifton is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rainbow Montessori - Clifton located?
Rainbow Montessori - Clifton is located in the Botany Village neighborhood of Clifton, NJ.
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