CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI

Located at 4202 Folsom Avenue in Saint Louis, Missouri, City Garden Montessori operates as an open, independent charter district serving families within a large city environment. Managing two operational schools, the district provides a continuous educational pathway for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Designed to foster child-centered learning and strong neighborhood integration within the St. Louis metropolitan area, City Garden Montessori combines public charter accessibility with a specialized instructional framework tailored to early childhood, elementary, and middle school students.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district reported an enrollment of 589 students, cultivating a diverse student body composed of Black, White, multiracial, Hispanic, and Asian scholars. To support student growth across its primary and middle grades, the district maintains a robust workforce totaling 229.5 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes 83 full-time equivalent teachers, 35 instructional aides, and 111.5 support personnel, ensuring an exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio and well-rounded institutional support. Families, students, and researchers seeking further information can explore the district’s offerings online at www.citygardenschool.org or contact the administrative office at (314) 664-7646.