Average
#239 of 381 private schools in WA
Little Oak Montessori School
Elementary School
871 NE ESTES, White Salmon, WA 98672
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#239 of 381
In White Salmon
#2 of 2
public schools
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Little Oak Montessori School
Elementary School in White Salmon · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Little Oak Montessori School
Little Oak Montessori School is a private elementary school in White Salmon, WA. Little Oak Montessori School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Oak Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Little Oak 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Little Oak Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Little Oak 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 Little Oak Montessori School compares to the 5 public schools in White Salmon, WA
Student Demographics
All Schools in White Salmon
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Oak Montessori School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Hulan L Whitson Elem | 7.6 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School | 6.8 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School | 6.2 |
| Columbia High School | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy | — |
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
871 NE ESTES, White Salmon, WA 98672
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Oak Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westside Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Hood River), which scores notably higher. Another option is May Street Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hood River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hulan L Whitson Elem (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in White Salmon, see our White Salmon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbia High School White Salmon | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| White Salmon Academy White Salmon | 0.7 mi | — |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Hood River | 2.4 mi | — |
| May Street Elementary School Hood River | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Hood River Middle School Hood River | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| MID-COLUMBIA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Westside Elementary School Hood River | 3.9 mi | 9.6 |
| Hood River Valley High School Hood River | 4.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Mosier Community School Mosier | 5.3 mi | 6.7 |
| WyEast Middle School Hood River | 7.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Mid Valley Elementary School Hood River | 8.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook | 8.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Pacific Crest Innovation Academy Cook | 8.2 mi | — |
| Dallesport Elementary Lyle | 10.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 10.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98672 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,256
Median Home Value
$623,100
Median Rent
$1,329/mo
Population
7,036
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
47.4
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|---|---|
| JOURNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kelso, WA | 6.0 |
| SUNBEAMS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kent, WA | 6.0 |
| Bremerton Homelink Program Bremerton, WA | 6.1 |
| CARDEN COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island, WA | 6.1 |
| EMERALD HEIGHTS ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.1 |
| LIVING MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Oak Montessori School
What grades does Little Oak Montessori School serve?
Little Oak Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Little Oak Montessori School?
Little Oak Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Oak Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Oak Montessori School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Little Oak Montessori School rank in WA?
Little Oak Montessori School ranks #239 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Little Oak Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Oak Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Oak Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Little Oak 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 Little Oak Montessori School a religious school?
No, Little Oak Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Klickitat County
- Phone
- (509) 281-1721
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