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#325 of 381 private schools in WA
Cascades Montessori Middle
Middle School
2710 MCKENZIE AVE, Bellingham, WA 98225
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#325 of 381
In Bellingham
#9 of 9
public schools
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Cascades Montessori Middle
Middle School in Bellingham · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cascades Montessori Middle
Cascades Montessori Middle is a private middle school in Bellingham, WA. Cascades Montessori Middle serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cascades Montessori Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Cascades Montessori Middle 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Cascades Montessori Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cascades Montessori Middle 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 Cascades Montessori Middle compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Bellingham, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cascades Montessori Middle (this school) | 5.1 |
| Bellingham Family Partnership Program | 3.2 |
| Fairhaven Middle School | 6.3 |
| Whatcom Co Detention Center | — |
| Whatcom Middle School | 5.6 |
| Kulshan Middle School | 6.7 |
| Visions (Seamar Youth Center) | — |
| Shuksan Middle School | 5.1 |
| Lummi Nation Tribal School | 6.0 |
| Meridian Parent Partnership Program | 6.1 |
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 WA.
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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 WA
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
2710 MCKENZIE AVE, Bellingham, WA 98225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cascades Montessori Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fairhaven Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whatcom Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bellingham, see our Bellingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley Elementary School Bellingham | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| BLUE HERON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellingham | 0.5 mi | — |
| Sehome High School Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI AT SAMISH WOODS Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Bellingham Family Partnership Program Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Lowell Elementary School Bellingham | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Fairhaven Middle School Bellingham | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Bellingham | 1.7 mi | — |
| Carl Cozier Elementary School Bellingham | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY Bellingham | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Whatcom Co Detention Center Bellingham | 2.4 mi | — |
| Bellingham High School Bellingham | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Options High School Bellingham | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Wade King Elementary School Bellingham | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Whatcom Middle School Bellingham | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellingham | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Bellingham Re-Engagement Program Bellingham | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| GARDENVIEW MONTESSORI Bellingham | 2.8 mi | — |
| CEDAR TREE MONTESSORI Bellingham | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Columbia Elementary School Bellingham | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,220
Median Home Value
$588,800
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
50,355
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cascades Montessori Middle
What grades does Cascades Montessori Middle serve?
Cascades Montessori Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Cascades Montessori Middle?
Cascades Montessori Middle has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cascades Montessori Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Cascades Montessori Middle is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cascades Montessori Middle rank in WA?
Cascades Montessori Middle ranks #325 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Cascades Montessori Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Cascades Montessori Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cascades Montessori Middle a private school?
Yes, Cascades Montessori Middle 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 Cascades Montessori Middle a religious school?
No, Cascades Montessori Middle is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Whatcom County
- Phone
- (360) 306-8723
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