MARQUETTE MONTESSORI ACADEMY

Marquette Montessori Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South Bend Community School Corp school district, located in South Bend, IN with about 451 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 20 teachers, Marquette Montessori Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Marquette Montessori Academy, located at 1818 Bergan St in South Bend, Indiana, is a public magnet school that operates within the South Bend Community School Corporation. It is specifically designed to provide an authentic Montessori education, emphasizing self-directed learning, hands-on exploration, and multi-age classrooms. The school’s curriculum is centered on fostering independence, critical thinking, and social responsibility, allowing students to progress at their own pace within a structured environment prepared by certified Montessori instructors.

As a neighborhood magnet school, Marquette serves a diverse student body and is known for its commitment to the "whole child" approach, which balances academic achievement with emotional and physical development. The school’s environment is intentionally crafted with specialized learning materials that encourage discovery and curiosity. By focusing on individualized instruction and collaborative community building, Marquette Montessori Academy aims to cultivate lifelong learners who are well-prepared for both academic success and active participation in their community.

For more information, contact Marquette Montessori Academy at (574) 393-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.