COMMUNITY MONTESSORI

Community Montessori is a public charter school that is part of the Community Montessori Inc school district, located in New Albany, IN with about 539 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Community Montessori has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Community Montessori, located on St. Joseph Road in New Albany, Indiana, is a public charter school that provides an educational environment rooted in the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. Unlike traditional schools, the curriculum is designed to foster independence, self-motivation, and a lifelong love of learning. By utilizing multi-age classrooms, the school allows students to progress at their own individual pace, with teachers serving as guides who help students master concepts through hands-on, experiential learning rather than rote memorization.

The school emphasizes the development of the "whole child," balancing academic excellence with social-emotional growth and community responsibility. Because it is a public charter institution, Community Montessori offers this specialized pedagogical approach tuition-free to families in the area. The campus atmosphere is characterized by a strong focus on collaboration and respect, aiming to prepare students not just for their next grade level, but to be thoughtful, engaged, and capable members of the broader community.

For more information, contact Community Montessori at (812) 948-1000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.