Alegria Montessori School offers a traditional Montessori education for ages 1 year - 8th grade. We have 2 beautiful campuses in St. Petersburg, FL.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
2003
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Depends on age and program length
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,600
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sara Madle
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Battle of the Books, STEM
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Dance, Music Class, Spanish
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cooperative Coaching, Soccer, Swimming
Battle of the Books, STEM
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Dance, Music Class, Spanish
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cooperative Coaching, Soccer, Swimming
School Notes
Alegria Montessori School is an authentic Montessori program that
creates a rich learning environment and supports individual
development. Our classrooms provide a classic Montessori experience
within our beautiful campuses. With the recent expansion of the
program to include middle school we are now able to offer a true
Montessori education from ages one through 14 years.
- Elementary and Middle School Montessori
- Integrated Curriculum
- Collaborative work environment
- Fostering self-motivation, independence, academic success
- Spanish Immersion for age 3-14
- Montessori credentialed teachers
- Accepting Step Up For Students scholarships
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Alegria Montessori School cost?
Alegria Montessori School's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Alegria Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Alegria Montessori School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Alegria Montessori School offer?
Alegria Montessori School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Dance, Soccer and Swimming.
When is the application deadline for Alegria Montessori School?
The application deadline for Alegria Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 6/26/2021
Wonderful School recommended 100% they welcome my son for kindergarten after having a hard start at a different private school that was awful he loves it and will be back this year all the staff teachers and children were wonderful he had the best learning experience.
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