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Water Lily Montessori
Elementary School · Minnesota Wildflower Montessori Sch
499 WACOUTA ST, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Water Lily Montessori
Water Lily Montessori is a public elementary school in Saint Paul, MN, part of the Minnesota Wildflower Montessori Sch. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,703, where 57% 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 7 students, Water Lily 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 7:1, Water Lily 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.
Water Lily Montessori is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 499 WACOUTA ST, Saint Paul, MN 55101
- Phone
- (651) 227-7483
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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Location
499 WACOUTA ST, Saint Paul, MN 55101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Water Lily Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MMSA Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away). Another option is BRUCE F VENTO ELEMENTARY (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, Quantum STEAM Academy Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,703
Median Home Value
$252,700
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
7,937
College Educated
57.2%
Homeownership
22.9%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Water Lily Montessori has a median household income of $72,703. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $252,700, with a median rent of $1,573/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Water Lily Montessori
What grades does Water Lily Montessori serve?
Water Lily Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Water Lily Montessori?
Water Lily Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Water Lily Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Water Lily Montessori is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Water Lily Montessori a charter school?
Yes, Water Lily Montessori is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Water Lily Montessori a Title I school?
No, Water Lily Montessori is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (197/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Phone
- (651) 227-7483
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Minnesota Wildflower Montessori Sch- District Enrollment
- 33
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,640
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