Very Good
#36 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 19% of private schools
Little Friends Montessori
Elementary School
770 CHEMEKETA ST NE, Salem, OR 97301
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#36 of 186
In Salem
#5 of 13
public schools
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Little Friends Montessori
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About Little Friends Montessori
Little Friends Montessori is a private elementary school in Salem, OR. Little Friends Montessori serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Friends Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Little Friends 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.
At 3.8:1 students to teachers, Little Friends Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Little Friends 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Little Friends Montessori compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Salem, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Friends Montessori (this school) | 7.5 |
| Bush Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Grant Community School | 6.3 |
| Englewood Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Richmond Elementary School | 2.5 |
| Highland Elementary School | 3.7 |
| McKinley Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Hoover Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Eagle Charter School | 8.8 |
| Oregon School for the Deaf | 5.0 |
| Myers Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Harritt Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Candalaria Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Washington Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Chapman Hill Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Morningside Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Salem Heights Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Kalapuya Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Swegle Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Four Corners Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Auburn Elementary School | 2.2 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Salem
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 OR.
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 OR
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
770 CHEMEKETA ST NE, Salem, OR 97301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Friends Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagle Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTESSORI DISCOVERY CENTER (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Salem | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Howard Street Charter Salem | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salem | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN PREKINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN Salem | 0.4 mi | — |
| Parrish Middle School Salem | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Bush Elementary School Salem | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Grant Community School Salem | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| North Salem High School Salem | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| South Salem High School Salem | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY CENTER Salem | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Highland Elementary School Salem | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Englewood Elementary School Salem | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Richmond Elementary School Salem | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Salem | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| McKinley Elementary School Salem | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School Salem | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Oregon School for the Deaf Salem | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Eagle Charter School Salem | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Walker Middle School Salem | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Morningside Elementary School Salem | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,497
Median Home Value
$310,800
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
56,274
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
43.2%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.3 |
| Klamath Home Learning Academy Klamath Falls, OR | 7.1 |
| Blodgett Elementary School Blodgett, OR | 8.0 |
| GOODTIME CHINESE SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.0 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF BEND Bend, OR | 7.0 |
| HARMONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland, OR | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Friends Montessori
What grades does Little Friends Montessori serve?
Little Friends Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Little Friends Montessori?
Little Friends Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Friends Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Friends Montessori is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Little Friends Montessori rank in OR?
Little Friends Montessori ranks #36 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Little Friends Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Friends Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Friends Montessori a private school?
Yes, Little Friends 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 Little Friends Montessori a religious school?
No, Little Friends Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 252 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (503) 391-7441
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