Cleveland Heights, OH · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
3380 Fairmount Blvd, 44118 · (216) 321-7571
Enrollment
271
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$13,105–$21,940
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | CHILDREN'S HOUSE | $13,105–$21,365 | — |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | TODDLER COMMUNITY | $14,125–$21,940 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | ELEMENTARY | $17,400–$19,045 | — |
| Middle school2026-2027 | MIDDLE SCHOOL | $20,405 | — |
Head of school
Kathie Freer
Head of school
Kathie Freer is the Head of School at Ruffing Montessori School. She believes education should be a source of joy and that Ruffing graduates are known for their strong academic foundation and capacity for collaboration and leadership.
Curriculum & special classes
Ruffing’s Montessori program emphasizes freedom with responsibility, promoting independence and self-direction in multi-aged classrooms. The rigorous curriculum includes geography, history, humanities, world culture, global language, physical education, arts, science, mathematics, reading, and writing.
Financial aid
Ruffing offers need-based Tuition Assistance to current and prospective families, using FACTS Financial Aid Management to determine awards. The school earmarks a minimum of 10% of tuition revenue for need-based tuition assistance and may award up to 50% of tuition to qualified applicants.
Before & after school care
Before school
Before Care from 7:45 - 8:15 am for children in their third year of Children’s House (Kindergarten) through Middle School. All Day Children's House program offers care from 7:45 am for ages 3-6.
After school
After Care from 3 – 6 pm on school days for children in their third year of Children’s House (Kindergarten) through Middle School. Ruffing also offers after-school enrichment activities and classes for currently enrolled students.
Cost
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Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process involves scheduling a parent visit (tour, observation, Open House), submitting an application through Ruffing’s Admissions Portal, and then a parent & child or student admissions visit. Priority is given to current families, children of alumni, and children of faculty and staff.
Apply by
January 15, 2027 for all levels. Rolling admissions begin January 16, 2027 if space allows.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Parent visit, application, school records (for Children's House and up), teacher recommendation (for Lower Elementary and up), and a parent & child/student admissions visit.
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