Damariscotta Montessori School

Damariscotta Montessori School serves 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS), the Other Montessori association(s) and the Other special emphasis association(s).
The student:teacher of Damariscotta Montessori School is 27:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 82 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1989
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Damariscotta Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Chip DeLorenzo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Damariscotta Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Center For Teaching & Learning by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Damariscotta Montessori School?
The application deadline for Damariscotta Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 82 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average acceptance rate in Maine is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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