Very Good
#2 of 22 private schools in AK
Top 5% of private schools
Sprucetree Montessori School
Elementary School
286 N CUSHMAN ST, Fairbanks, AK 99701
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alaska private schools
#2 of 22
In Fairbanks
#1 of 4
public schools
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Sprucetree Montessori School
Elementary School in Fairbanks · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sprucetree Montessori School
Sprucetree Montessori School is a private elementary school in Fairbanks, AK. Sprucetree Montessori School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sprucetree Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 22 private schools in AK.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- AK avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Sprucetree Montessori School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Sprucetree Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sprucetree Montessori School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sprucetree Montessori School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Fairbanks, AK
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sprucetree Montessori School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Barnette Magnet School | 7.5 |
| Ryan Middle School | 4.2 |
| Denali Elementary | 4.0 |
| Fairbanks B.E.S.T. | 6.9 |
| Alternative Learning Systems | 6.3 |
| Randy Smith Middle School | 5.7 |
| Anne Wien Elementary | 3.9 |
| Hunter Elementary | 4.0 |
| Golden Heart Academy | — |
| Boreal Sun Charter School | 3.9 |
| Ladd Elementary | 6.9 |
| Tanana Middle School | 5.3 |
| Chinook Montessori Charter School | 6.5 |
| Interior Distance Education of Alaska (IDEA) | 6.8 |
| Raven School | 5.9 |
| University Park Elementary | 5.3 |
| Pearl Creek Elementary | 7.7 |
| Woodriver Elementary | 6.4 |
| Watershed Charter School | 8.7 |
| Weller Elementary | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Fairbanks
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AK.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AK
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
286 N CUSHMAN ST, Fairbanks, AK 99701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sprucetree Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barnette Magnet School (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ladd Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Chinook Montessori Charter School (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fairbanks, see our Fairbanks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONROE JR, SR HIGH SCHOOLS OF FAIRBANKS Fairbanks | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Fairbanks | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Barnette Magnet School Fairbanks | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Lathrop High School Fairbanks | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Ryan Middle School Fairbanks | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Hunter Elementary Fairbanks | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Boreal Sun Charter School Fairbanks | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Denali Elementary Fairbanks | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Anne Wien Elementary Fairbanks | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Randy Smith Middle School Fairbanks | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Alternative Learning Systems Fairbanks | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Fairbanks B.E.S.T. Fairbanks | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Arctic Light Elementary Fort Wainwright | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Chinook Montessori Charter School Fairbanks | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Golden Heart Academy Fairbanks | 1.6 mi | — |
| FAIRBANKS MONTESSORI ASSOCIATION Fairbanks | 2.1 mi | — |
| FAIRHILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairbanks | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Interior Distance Education of Alaska (IDEA) Fairbanks | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Ladd Elementary Fairbanks | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Tanana Middle School Fairbanks | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,551
Median Home Value
$235,300
Median Rent
$1,233/mo
Population
17,564
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
46.1%
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
34.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Zackar Levi Elementary Lower Kalskag, AK | 7.3 |
| ANCHORAGE JUNIOR ACADEMY Anchorage, AK | 6.7 |
| ANCHORAGE WALDORF SCHOOL Anchorage, AK | 6.7 |
| Auntie Mary Nicoli Elementary Aniak, AK | 8.6 |
| Joseph S. & Olinga Gregory Elementary Kalskag, AK | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sprucetree Montessori School
What grades does Sprucetree Montessori School serve?
Sprucetree Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sprucetree Montessori School?
Sprucetree Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sprucetree Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sprucetree Montessori School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sprucetree Montessori School rank in AK?
Sprucetree Montessori School ranks #2 of 22 private schools in AK.
What is Sprucetree Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sprucetree Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sprucetree Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Sprucetree Montessori School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sprucetree Montessori School a religious school?
No, Sprucetree Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 187 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Fairbanks North Star Borough
- Phone
- (907) 479-8733
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