ROCKBRIDGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL

ROCKBRIDGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school with about 169 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, ROCKBRIDGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ROCKBRIDGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL, located in Little Rock, Arkansas, is a public charter school that provides an alternative educational model based on the principles of Maria Montessori. By focusing on child-centered learning, the school emphasizes student independence, hands-on exploration, and the development of the "whole child." The curriculum is designed to foster a love for learning in a supportive environment where students move at their own pace, utilizing specialized learning materials that encourage curiosity and academic mastery.

As a public charter institution, Rockbridge serves the community by offering this specialized pedagogical approach tuition-free. The school creates a structured yet flexible classroom setting that promotes collaborative social development alongside core academic subjects. By integrating the Montessori philosophy into the public school system, Rockbridge aims to cultivate critical thinking skills and personal responsibility, preparing students for long-term academic success while remaining deeply connected to their local neighborhood in Little Rock.

For more information, contact ROCKBRIDGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL at (501) 404-9549 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.