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Little Voyageurs Montessori School

Elementary School

825 51ST AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

Private

Enrollment

8

Student-Teacher

4:1

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Updated 2021-22

About Little Voyageurs Montessori School

Little Voyageurs Montessori School is an private elementary school in Columbia Heights, MN 55421. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,141, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 8 students, Little Voyageurs Montessori School 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 4:1, Little Voyageurs Montessori School 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, Little Voyageurs Montessori School 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 (2024 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$68,195
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$61,217
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.90x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
73%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$623,790

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 Little Voyageurs Montessori School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia Heights, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
This School
vs
13.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
8
This School
vs
318
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%
Black 25% vs 0%
Hispanic 12.5% vs 0%
Asian 12.5% vs 0%
Little Voyageurs Montessori School Columbia Heights Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Little Voyageurs Montessori School (this school)
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY 6.7
EARLY CHILDHOOD 7.3
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY 5.7
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary 7.9
Bultum Academy 7.9

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
4:1
Address
825 51ST AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Phone
(763) 788-0889
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 50.0%
Black 25.0%
Hispanic 12.5%
Asian 12.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

825 51ST AVE NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Voyageurs Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away). Additionally, VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Columbia Heights, see our Columbia Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights 0.4 mi 4.0
Columbia Academy Anchor Program Columbia Heights 0.4 mi
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights 0.4 mi 6.7
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights 0.6 mi 3.9
Anchor Columbia Heights 0.6 mi
Columbia Heights Transition Program Columbia Heights 0.6 mi
North Park School for Innovation Fridley 0.7 mi 6.0
EARLY CHILDHOOD Columbia Heights 0.7 mi 7.3
Virtual Heights Secondary Columbia Heights 0.7 mi
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Columbia Heights 0.7 mi 5.7
FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH Fridley 1.0 mi 5.9
TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Fridley 1.0 mi
Early Childhood Special Education S Fridley 1.2 mi
Voluntary Prekindergarten School Fridley 1.2 mi 5.4
FRIDLEY MIDDLE Fridley 1.3 mi 5.4
FRIDLEY MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Fridley 1.3 mi 4.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Columbia Heights 1.3 mi 6.6
TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley 1.2 mi 5.9
Prodeo Columbia Heights Primary Columbia Heights 1.4 mi 7.9
Prodeo Columbia Heights Elementary Columbia Heights 1.4 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,141

Median Home Value

$260,500

Median Rent

$1,281/mo

Population

31,051

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

36.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Little Voyageurs Montessori School has a median household income of $75,141. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,500, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Voyageurs Montessori School

What grades does Little Voyageurs Montessori School serve?

Little Voyageurs Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Little Voyageurs Montessori School?

Little Voyageurs Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Voyageurs Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Voyageurs Montessori School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Little Voyageurs Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Little Voyageurs 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 Little Voyageurs Montessori School a religious school?

No, Little Voyageurs Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,515/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
8
Gender Split
38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
ANOKA
Data Year
2022–2023

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