MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL

MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ALBANY, NY with about 330 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 22 teachers, MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

The MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL, located at 45 Tremont Street in Albany, New York, is a specialized public school within the City School District of Albany. It provides a unique educational environment by applying the Montessori philosophy—which emphasizes self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play—within a public school framework. The school is designed to foster independence, curiosity, and academic excellence in students by utilizing mixed-age classrooms that allow children to progress at their own pace under the guidance of specially trained Montessori educators.

As a magnet program, the school draws families from across the district who are seeking an alternative to the traditional classroom model. The curriculum focuses on developing the "whole child," balancing rigorous academic standards with social-emotional growth and practical life skills. By maintaining a student-centered approach, the MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning and a sense of community responsibility among its diverse student body. For more detailed information on their programs, admissions, or district policies, you can visit their official page on the Albany City School District website at [www.albanyschools.org](http://www.albanyschools.org).

For more information, contact MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL at (518) 475-6675 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.