MAY SANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL
Charter School
94 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
94
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
24.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 68 |
| Hispanic | 13 |
| Black | 2 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 6 |
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White68 (72.3 %)
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Hispanic13 (13.8 %)
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Two or More6 (6.4 %)
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Asian5 (5.3 %)
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Black2 (2.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | MONROE |
| Phone: | (305)293-1400 |
| Website: | http://maysandsmontessori.com/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 94 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 5.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 10 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
9
Kindergarten
10
Grade 1
14
Grade 2
14
Grade 3
9
Grade 4
7
Grade 5
10
Grade 6
7
Grade 7
8
Grade 8
6
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 9 |
| Kindergarten | 10 |
| Grade 1 | 14 |
| Grade 2 | 14 |
| Grade 3 | 9 |
| Grade 4 | 7 |
| Grade 5 | 10 |
| Grade 6 | 7 |
| Grade 7 | 8 |
| Grade 8 | 6 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 37 | 39.4% |
| Male | 57 | 60.6% |
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