MAY SANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL

MAY SANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the MONROE school district, located in KEY WEST, FL with about 140 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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.

MAY SANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL, located in Key West, Florida, is a public charter school that offers a unique educational alternative based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach that fosters independence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. By utilizing multi-age classrooms, the school creates a supportive community where students can learn at their own pace, collaborating with peers while developing personalized academic and social goals.

Beyond its academic curriculum, May Sands Montessori is deeply integrated into the local Key West community, encouraging students to participate in hands-on, experiential learning that reflects the unique culture and environment of the Florida Keys. The school focuses on the "whole child," balancing rigorous intellectual development with social-emotional growth and character education. By prioritizing autonomy, creativity, and community responsibility, May Sands aims to prepare its students to be thoughtful, engaged, and self-motivated individuals ready for the challenges of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact MAY SANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL at (305) 293-1400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 UNITED ST STE 110
KEY WEST, FL 33040-3400
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MAY SANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in KEY WEST, FL with about 140 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
MONROE DISTRICT OFFICE
District:
MONROE
Total Students:
140
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 140 students

White
70.0%
Hispanic/Latino
13.6%
Two or more races
7.9%
Asian
7.9%
Black or African American
0.7%

Female
55.0%
Male
45.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.