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Whole Child Montessori Center

Elementary School

5909 SE 40TH AVE, Portland, OR 97202

Private

Enrollment

15

Student-Teacher

3.7:1

Grades

Pre-K – T1

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Strong

About Whole Child Montessori Center

Whole Child Montessori Center is an private elementary school in Portland, OR 97202. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Pre-K – T1 with a student-teacher ratio of 3.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,353, where 65% 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 15 students, Whole Child Montessori Center 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 3.7:1, Whole Child Montessori Center 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, Whole Child Montessori Center 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 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$31,922
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$33,668
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.05x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
93%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$654,637

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 15 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Whole Child Montessori Center compares to 150 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.7:1
This School
vs
17.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
15
This School
vs
500
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.7% vs 0%
Asian 6.7% vs 0%
Whole Child Montessori Center Portland Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Whole Child Montessori Center (this school)
Lewis Elementary School 9.1
Woodstock Elementary School 8.3
Duniway Elementary School 8.6
Grout Elementary School 9.4
Creston Elementary School 9.6
Lane Middle School 7.2
Arleta Elementary School 8.9
Llewellyn Elementary School 9.3
Cleveland High School 8.8
Franklin High School 6.9
Winterhaven School 9.1
Sellwood Middle School 8.0
Richmond Elementary School 7.7
Whitman Elementary School 5.8
Marysville Elementary School 7.1
Atkinson Elementary School 9.2
Woodmere Elementary School 7.8
Kellogg Middle School 9.0
Hosford Middle School 8.1
Abernethy Elementary School 9.2

Showing 20 of 150 schools. View all schools in Portland

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 – T1
Enrollment
15 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.7:1
Address
5909 SE 40TH AVE, Portland, OR 97202
Phone
(503) 771-6366
Data Year
SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?

We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in OR aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.7%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 6.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5909 SE 40TH AVE, Portland, OR 97202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whole Child Montessori Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Creston Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is Grout Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, Llewellyn Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lewis Elementary School Portland 0.4 mi 9.1
PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland 0.6 mi 7.3
Woodstock Elementary School Portland 0.5 mi 8.3
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Portland 0.7 mi 6.4
Duniway Elementary School Portland 0.8 mi 8.6
SUNSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Portland 0.7 mi 7.4
Grout Elementary School Portland 0.9 mi 9.4
TUCKER MAXON SCHOOL Portland 1.0 mi 7.4
Creston Elementary School Portland 1.1 mi 9.6
ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL Portland 1.3 mi 5.9
Ardenwald Elementary School Milwaukie 1.5 mi 8.3
Lane Middle School Portland 1.1 mi 7.2
MT SCOTT PARK CENTER FOR LEARNING Portland 1.3 mi 7.6
Cleveland High School Portland 1.5 mi 8.8
Arleta Elementary School Portland 1.3 mi 8.9
Richmond Elementary School Portland 1.8 mi 7.7
Franklin High School Portland 1.7 mi 6.9
Llewellyn Elementary School Portland 1.5 mi 9.3
Hosford Middle School Portland 2.0 mi 8.1
Atkinson Elementary School Portland 1.9 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,353

Median Home Value

$684,800

Median Rent

$1,674/mo

Population

44,107

College Educated

64.7%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

37.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Whole Child Montessori Center has a median household income of $100,353. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $684,800, with a median rent of $1,674/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whole Child Montessori Center

What grades does Whole Child Montessori Center serve?

Whole Child Montessori Center serves students in grades Pre-K through T1.

How many students attend Whole Child Montessori Center?

Whole Child Montessori Center has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whole Child Montessori Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Whole Child Montessori Center is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Whole Child Montessori Center a private school?

Yes, Whole Child Montessori 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 Whole Child Montessori Center a religious school?

No, Whole Child Montessori Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (6,288/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – T1
Enrollment
15
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large City
County
MULTNOMAH
Data Year
2022–2023

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