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#101 of 188 private schools in CO
Mountain Shadows Montessori School
Elementary School
4154 63RD ST, Boulder, CO 80301
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#101 of 188
In Boulder
#6 of 9
public schools
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Mountain Shadows Montessori School
Elementary School in Boulder · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain Shadows Montessori School
Mountain Shadows Montessori School is a private elementary school in Boulder, CO. Mountain Shadows Montessori School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Shadows Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Mountain Shadows 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Mountain Shadows Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mountain Shadows 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 Mountain Shadows Montessori School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Boulder, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountain Shadows Montessori School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Heatherwood Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Boulder Universal | 8.0 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Columbine Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Douglass Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Crest View Elementary School | 7.2 |
| High Peaks Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Boulder Community School/Integrated Studies | 7.8 |
| Whittier Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Horizons K-8 School | 8.5 |
| Foothill Elementary School | 8.8 |
| University Hill Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Mapleton Early Childhood Center | 6.0 |
| Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park | 9.3 |
| Flatirons Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Community Montessori School | 7.2 |
| Bear Creek Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Mesa Elementary School | 9.1 |
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 CO.
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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 CO
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
4154 63RD ST, Boulder, CO 80301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Shadows Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. High Peaks Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eisenhower Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizons K-8 School (rated 8.5/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boulder, see our Boulder schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOULDER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Boulder | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Boulder Prep Charter High School Boulder | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| TEMPLE GRANDIN SCHOOL Boulder | 1.3 mi | — |
| JOSHUA SCHOOL-BOULDER Boulder | 1.8 mi | — |
| Heatherwood Elementary School Boulder | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Longmont | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| JAY & ROSE PHILLIPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Boulder | 2.5 mi | — |
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| BOULDER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Niwot | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Boulder | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 3.6 mi | — |
| Douglass Elementary School Boulder | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| High Peaks Elementary School Boulder | 3.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Boulder Community School/Integrated Studies Boulder | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Manhattan Middle School of the Arts and Academics Boulder | 4.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Centennial Middle School Boulder | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Horizons K-8 School Boulder | 4.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Columbine Elementary School Boulder | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,974
Median Home Value
$761,500
Median Rent
$1,999/mo
Population
25,252
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
37.4
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|---|---|
| ABIDING HOPE PRESCHOOL Littleton, CO | 6.2 |
| INTERMOUNTAIN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Grand Junction, CO | 5.8 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster, CO | 5.6 |
| DURANGO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Durango, CO | 5.3 |
| SPRINGS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Colorado Springs, CO | 5.3 |
| BAL SWAN CHILDREN'S CENTER Broomfield, CO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Shadows Montessori School
What grades does Mountain Shadows Montessori School serve?
Mountain Shadows Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Mountain Shadows Montessori School?
Mountain Shadows Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Shadows Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Shadows Montessori School is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mountain Shadows Montessori School rank in CO?
Mountain Shadows Montessori School ranks #101 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Mountain Shadows Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Shadows Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mountain Shadows Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Mountain Shadows 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 Mountain Shadows Montessori School a religious school?
No, Mountain Shadows Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 97% M / 3% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Boulder County
- Phone
- (303) 530-5353
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