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Childrens Garden Montessori

Elementary School

444 DETROIT ST, Denver, CO 80206

Private

Enrollment

8

Student-Teacher

2:1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Updated 2021-22

About Childrens Garden Montessori

Childrens Garden Montessori is an private elementary school in Denver, CO 80206. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $102,248, where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 8 students, Childrens Garden Montessori is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 2:1, Childrens Garden Montessori offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Childrens Garden Montessori operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$157,007
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$167,802
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.07x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
90%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$1.6M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 8 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Childrens Garden Montessori compares to 132 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
This School
vs
15.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
8
This School
vs
401
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Childrens Garden Montessori Denver Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Childrens Garden Montessori (this school)
Bromwell Elementary School 7.3
Steck Elementary School 8.2
Teller Elementary School 8.5
Dora Moore ECE-8 School 5.5
Steele Elementary School 8.0
Stephen Knight Center for Early Education 6.6
Carson Elementary School 6.2
Palmer Elementary School 8.8
Lincoln Elementary School 8.2
French American School of Denver 9.3
Park Hill School 8.4
Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon 8.5
Whittier ECE-8 School 5.6
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School 7.4
Denver Language School 8.0
Columbine Elementary School 8.2
Creativity Challenge Community 7.8
McMeen Elementary School 4.9
Montclair School of Academics and Enrichment 5.2
McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School 8.5

Showing 20 of 132 schools. View all schools in Denver

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
8 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
Address
444 DETROIT ST, Denver, CO 80206
Phone
(303) 322-0972
Data Year
SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?

We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CO aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

444 DETROIT ST, Denver, CO 80206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Childrens Garden Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teller Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Steck Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Steele Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away). For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Bromwell Elementary School Denver 0.2 mi 7.3
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver 0.2 mi 5.2
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver 0.8 mi 7.1
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver 0.8 mi 5.8
Teller Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 8.5
Steck Elementary School Denver 0.8 mi 8.2
East High School Denver 1.3 mi 7.1
L'ECOLE DE DENVER Denver 1.3 mi
Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences Denver 1.0 mi 4.3
Stephen Knight Center for Early Education Denver 1.3 mi 6.6
Dora Moore ECE-8 School Denver 1.1 mi 5.5
GRALAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Denver 1.1 mi 6.5
Steele Elementary School Denver 1.3 mi 8.0
Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman Denver 1.5 mi 7.4
BANSBACH ACADEMY AT DENVER CHILDRENS HOME Denver 1.4 mi 7.7
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Denver 1.6 mi 6.6
CHRIST THE KING ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver 1.4 mi 5.7
Morey Middle School Denver 1.6 mi 8.4
Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design Denver 1.6 mi 6.6
DSST: Cedar High School Denver 1.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,248

Median Home Value

$892,200

Median Rent

$1,694/mo

Population

24,555

College Educated

77.6%

Homeownership

44.6%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

37

Community Profile

The community surrounding Childrens Garden Montessori has a median household income of $102,248. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $892,200, with a median rent of $1,694/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Childrens Garden Montessori

What grades does Childrens Garden Montessori serve?

Childrens Garden Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Childrens Garden Montessori?

Childrens Garden Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Childrens Garden Montessori?

The student-teacher ratio at Childrens Garden Montessori is 2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Childrens Garden Montessori a private school?

Yes, Childrens Garden Montessori 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 Childrens Garden Montessori a religious school?

No, Childrens Garden Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,773/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Denver). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
8
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
161 days
Setting
Large City
County
DENVER
Data Year
2022–2023

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