Very Good
#99 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 26% of private schools
Cedar River Montessori School
Elementary School
15828 SE JONES RD, Renton, WA 98058
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#99 of 381
In Renton
#5 of 8
public schools
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Cedar River Montessori School
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About Cedar River Montessori School
Cedar River Montessori School is a private elementary school in Renton, WA. Cedar River Montessori School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar River Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Cedar River Montessori School 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Cedar River Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cedar River Montessori School 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 Cedar River Montessori School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Renton, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar River Montessori School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Maywood Middle School | 8.2 |
| Fairwood Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Briarwood Elementary | 9.3 |
| Maplewood Heights Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Ridgewood Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Apollo Elementary | 9.0 |
| Renton Park Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Northwood Middle School | 6.2 |
| Tiffany Park Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Carriage Crest Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Honey Dew Elementary | 3.8 |
| Cascade Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Maple Hills Elementary | 9.3 |
| Highlands Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Meeker Middle School | 5.9 |
| Renton Academy | 5.8 |
| H.O.M.E. Program | 5.2 |
| Nelsen Middle School | 4.4 |
| Benson Hill Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Sierra Heights Elementary School | 5.1 |
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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
15828 SE JONES RD, Renton, WA 98058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar River Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Briarwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Apollo Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgewood Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Renton, see our Renton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Renton | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Maywood Middle School Renton | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Liberty Sr High School Renton | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Fairwood Elementary School Renton | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Briarwood Elementary Renton | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| MAPLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Renton | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Maplewood Heights Elementary School Renton | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Ridgewood Elementary School Renton | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Apollo Elementary Renton | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Northwood Middle School Renton | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Lindbergh Senior High School Renton | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Carriage Crest Elementary School Renton | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Hazen Senior High School Renton | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Renton Park Elementary School Renton | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Honey Dew Elementary Renton | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Lake Youngs Elementary School Kent | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Tiffany Park Elementary School Renton | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Ella Baker High School (Open Doors) Renton | 2.8 mi | — |
| Renton Technical High School Renton | 2.8 mi | — |
| Meeker Middle School Renton | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,045
Median Home Value
$627,200
Median Rent
$2,015/mo
Population
41,980
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
38.4
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| ARBOR SCHOOLS Sammamish, WA | 7.1 |
| Central Park Elementary Aberdeen, WA | 7.1 |
| ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bainbridge Island, WA | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL-WENATCHEE Wenatchee, WA | 7.0 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview, WA | 7.0 |
| Taholah Elementary & Middle School Taholah, WA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar River Montessori School
What grades does Cedar River Montessori School serve?
Cedar River Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cedar River Montessori School?
Cedar River Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar River Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar River Montessori School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cedar River Montessori School rank in WA?
Cedar River Montessori School ranks #99 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Cedar River Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar River Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cedar River Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Cedar River Montessori School 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 Cedar River Montessori School a religious school?
No, Cedar River Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 271-9614
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