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#143 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 37% of private schools
Cedar Tree Montessori
Elementary School
2114 BROADWAY ST, Bellingham, WA 98225
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#143 of 381
In Bellingham
#5 of 9
public schools
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Cedar Tree Montessori
Elementary School in Bellingham · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cedar Tree Montessori
Cedar Tree Montessori is a private elementary school in Bellingham, WA. Cedar Tree Montessori serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Tree Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Cedar Tree 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Cedar Tree Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cedar Tree 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 Cedar Tree Montessori compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Bellingham, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Tree Montessori (this school) | 6.7 |
| Whatcom Middle School | 5.6 |
| Columbia Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Parkview Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Sunnyland Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Birchwood Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Shuksan Middle School | 5.1 |
| Visions (Seamar Youth Center) | — |
| Carl Cozier Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Alderwood Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Kulshan Middle School | 6.7 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Happy Valley Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Cordata Elementary School | 2.9 |
| Bellingham Family Partnership Program | 3.2 |
| Silver Beach Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Fairhaven Middle School | 6.3 |
| Northern Heights Elementary Schl | 6.9 |
| Wade King Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Geneva Elementary School | 5.7 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Bellingham
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
2114 BROADWAY ST, Bellingham, WA 98225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Tree Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE FRANKLIN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkview Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bellingham, see our Bellingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Re-Engagement Program Bellingham | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Whatcom Middle School Bellingham | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbia Elementary School Bellingham | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| GARDENVIEW MONTESSORI Bellingham | 0.4 mi | — |
| Whatcom Co Detention Center Bellingham | 0.6 mi | — |
| Parkview Elementary School Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellingham | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ST PAUL'S ACADEMY Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Bellingham High School Bellingham | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| THE FRANKLIN ACADEMY Bellingham | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Options High School Bellingham | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| EXPLORATIONS ACADEMY Bellingham | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Bellingham | 1.4 mi | — |
| Sunnyland Elementary School Bellingham | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Shuksan Middle School Bellingham | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Intergenerational High School Bellingham | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Birchwood Elementary School Bellingham | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Blaine Re-Engagement Blaine | 1.2 mi | — |
| Carl Cozier Elementary School Bellingham | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Meridian Impact Re-Engagement Bellingham | 1.3 mi | — |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARBOR SCHOOL Vashon, WA | 6.7 |
| OLYMPIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Olympia, WA | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT SPRING VALLEY Federal Way, WA | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF YAKIMA Yakima, WA | 6.6 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook, WA | 6.6 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Tree Montessori
What grades does Cedar Tree Montessori serve?
Cedar Tree Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Cedar Tree Montessori?
Cedar Tree Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Tree Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Tree Montessori is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cedar Tree Montessori rank in WA?
Cedar Tree Montessori ranks #143 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Cedar Tree Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Tree Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cedar Tree Montessori a private school?
Yes, Cedar Tree 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 Cedar Tree Montessori a religious school?
No, Cedar Tree Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Whatcom County
- Phone
- (360) 714-1762
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