Very Good
#35 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 18% of private schools
Montessori Discovery Center
Elementary School
1055 ELECTRIC AVE SE, Salem, OR 97302
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#35 of 186
In Salem
#4 of 13
public schools
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Montessori Discovery Center
Elementary School in Salem · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Discovery Center
Montessori Discovery Center is a private elementary school in Salem, OR. Montessori Discovery Center serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Discovery Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Montessori Discovery Center 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, Montessori Discovery Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Discovery Center 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 Montessori Discovery Center compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Salem, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Discovery Center (this school) | 7.5 |
| McKinley Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Bush Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Morningside Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Richmond Elementary School | 2.5 |
| Candalaria Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Salem Heights Elementary School | 3.8 |
| Wright Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Englewood Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Grant Community School | 6.3 |
| Hoover Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Liberty Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Highland Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Myers Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Four Corners Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Sumpter Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Schirle Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Eagle Charter School | 8.8 |
| Chapman Hill Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Pringle Elementary School | 3.4 |
| Oregon School for the Deaf | 5.0 |
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
1055 ELECTRIC AVE SE, Salem, OR 97302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Discovery Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LITTLE FRIENDS MONTESSORI (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Candalaria Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Salem High School Salem | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elementary School Salem | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Bush Elementary School Salem | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Morningside Elementary School Salem | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN PREKINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN Salem | 1.3 mi | — |
| LITTLE FRIENDS MONTESSORI Salem | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Salem | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Salem Heights Elementary School Salem | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Leslie Middle School Salem | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Richmond Elementary School Salem | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Howard Street Charter Salem | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salem | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Candalaria Elementary School Salem | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Parrish Middle School Salem | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| North Salem High School Salem | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Wright Elementary School Salem | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Salem | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Grant Community School Salem | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BUTTERCUP HILL Salem | 2.1 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Salem | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,697
Median Home Value
$415,200
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
40,954
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LITTLE FRIENDS MONTESSORI Salem, OR | 7.5 |
| PILGRIM LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaverton, OR | 7.5 |
| TUCKER MAXON SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.4 |
| PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland, OR | 7.3 |
| South Columbia Family School Scappoose, OR | 7.7 |
| CARDEN CASCADE ACADEMY Hillsboro, OR | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Discovery Center
What grades does Montessori Discovery Center serve?
Montessori Discovery Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Montessori Discovery Center?
Montessori Discovery Center has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Discovery Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Discovery Center 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 Montessori Discovery Center rank in OR?
Montessori Discovery Center ranks #35 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Montessori Discovery Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Discovery Center 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 Montessori Discovery Center a private school?
Yes, Montessori Discovery Center 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 Montessori Discovery Center a religious school?
No, Montessori Discovery Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 66
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (503) 371-3415
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