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Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten

8620 S Racine Ave
Chicago, IL 60620
Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten serves 16 students in grades Kindergarten, is a member of the Other Montessori association(s).
The student:teacher of Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten is 5:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten often compared to?
Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten is often viewed alongside schools like South Harper Montessori School, Oakpark Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten located?
Southwest Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten is located in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other private schools located in Auburn Gresham.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,813 for elementary schools and $19,330 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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