The mission of the Montessori School of Florence is to make available to the children and families of Florence, South Carolina and its surrounding area, both pre-school and elementary education of the highest quality, consistent with the methods and principles of Montessori education.
The school is a private, non-denominational, non-profit corporation operated by the Board of Directors.
The Montessori School of Florence accepts students without regard to race, gender, religion, or national origin.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori School Of Florence ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact the school for tuition information
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- The mission of the Montessori School of Florence is to make available to the children and families of Florence, South Carolina and its surrounding area, both pre-school and elementary education of the highest quality, consistent with the methods and principles of Montessori education. The school is a private, non-denominational, non-profit corporation operated by the Board of Directors. The Montessori School of Florence accepts students without regard to race, gender, religion, or national origin.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Montessori School Of Florence offer?
Montessori School Of Florence offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Florence?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of Florence is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 6/7/2014
Having taught at a public preschool, elementary school, and high school as well as completed contract work for all but two of the private schools currently in Florence, SC, I can recommend MSF without any reservations. The small class sizes, warm and caring faculty and staff, and individualized instruction for each child make this my top choice. My child has a few fine motor challenges, but that does not stop his teachers from getting the absolute most of of him. He enjoys this school, where he cried before. As a parent AND educator, I can truly say this is completely worth the sacrifices we are making to send him here.
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