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#218 of 319 private schools in MN
St Croix Montessori
Elementary School
177 NEAL AVE N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#218 of 319
In Stillwater
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Croix Montessori
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About St Croix Montessori
St Croix Montessori is a private elementary school in Stillwater, MN. St Croix Montessori serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Croix Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, St Croix Montessori 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.
St Croix Montessori 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.
St Croix Montessori sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Croix Montessori compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Stillwater, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Croix Montessori (this school) | 5.7 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER | 8.4 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle | 7.9 |
| STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES | — |
| GATE 4/5 | 7.8 |
| STILLWATER SPECIAL SERVICES-ECSE | 5.4 |
| LILY LAKE ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| RUTHERFORD ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| STONEBRIDGE ELEMENTARY | 5.4 |
| Marine Area Community School | 7.5 |
| WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY | 7.9 |
| MAHTOMEDI PRESCHOOL | 3.9 |
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 MN.
Data Unavailable
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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 MN
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
177 NEAL AVE N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Croix Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow River Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER (rated 8.4/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIBERTY RIDGE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stillwater, see our Stillwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak-Land Middle School Lake Elmo | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Brookview Elementary Woodbury | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| LIBERTY RIDGE ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WOODBURY Woodbury | 2.7 mi | — |
| LAKE ELMO ELEMENTARY Lake Elmo | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| AFTON-LAKELAND ELEMENTARY Lakeland | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Valley Crossing Elementary Woodbury | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER Stillwater | 4.9 mi | 8.4 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Stillwater | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER Stillwater | 4.8 mi | 9.3 |
| STILLWATER AREA HIGH SCHOOL Stillwater | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ST CROIX VALLEY AREA LEARNING CNTR. Stillwater | 5.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST AMBROSE OF WOODBURY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woodbury | 5.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Pankalo Education Center Lake Elmo | 4.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE ST CROIX VALLEY Stillwater | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY Bayport | 5.6 mi | 4.8 |
| MIDDLETON ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-STILLWATER Bayport | 5.9 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Hudson | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Willow River Elementary Hudson | 4.8 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,538
Median Home Value
$459,500
Median Rent
$1,439/mo
Population
36,414
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Croix Montessori
What grades does St Croix Montessori serve?
St Croix Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Croix Montessori?
St Croix Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Croix Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at St Croix Montessori is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Croix Montessori rank in MN?
St Croix Montessori ranks #218 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Croix Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
St Croix Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Croix Montessori a private school?
Yes, St Croix 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 St Croix Montessori a religious school?
No, St Croix Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (651) 436-2603
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