Very Good
#65 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 17% of private schools
Northern Lights Montessori
Elementary School
8460 160TH AVE NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#65 of 381
In Redmond
#4 of 7
public schools
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Northern Lights Montessori
Elementary School in Redmond · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northern Lights Montessori
Northern Lights Montessori is a private elementary school in Redmond, WA. Northern Lights Montessori serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Lights Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Northern Lights 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Northern Lights Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northern Lights 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 Northern Lights Montessori compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Redmond, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northern Lights Montessori (this school) | 7.5 |
| Old Redmond Schoolhouse | 6.2 |
| Contractual Schools | — |
| Redmond Elementary | 9.1 |
| Horace Mann Elementary | 9.3 |
| Benjamin Rush Elementary | 9.0 |
| Norman Rockwell Elementary | 8.4 |
| Albert Einstein Elementary | 9.5 |
| Clara Barton Elementary School | 9.1 |
| John J. Audubon Elementary | 8.8 |
| Emily Dickinson Elementary | 8.8 |
| Explorer Community School | 8.1 |
| Sunrise Elementary | 9.5 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary | 8.8 |
| Louisa May Alcott Elementary | 8.9 |
| Ella Baker Elementary School | 7.3 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
8460 160TH AVE NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Lights Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Albert Einstein Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Horace Mann Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Redmond Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redmond, see our Redmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Contractual Schools Redmond | 0.5 mi | — |
| Old Redmond Schoolhouse Redmond | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - REDMOND CAMPUS Redmond | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Redmond Elementary Redmond | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Redmond Middle School Redmond | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI - WILLOWS CAMPUS Redmond | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Redmond | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Benjamin Rush Elementary Redmond | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Norman Rockwell Elementary Redmond | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| THE SAMMAMISH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Redmond | 1.3 mi | — |
| Redmond High School Redmond | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| CEDAR CREST ACADEMY Redmond | 1.4 mi | — |
| EATON ARROWSMITH SCHOOL Redmond | 1.5 mi | — |
| CASCADIA SCHOOL Redmond | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| WILLOWS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Redmond | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Clara Barton Elementary School Redmond | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Rose Hill Middle School Redmond | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Stella Schola Redmond | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Albert Einstein Elementary Redmond | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,848
Median Home Value
$1,107,900
Median Rent
$2,339/mo
Population
79,074
College Educated
74.8%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRYSALIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodinville, WA | 7.5 |
| West Valley Virtual Learning Center Spokane, WA | 7.5 |
| Damman Elementary Ellensburg, WA | 7.4 |
| Evergreen School Gifford, WA | 7.4 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI - WILLOWS CAMPUS Redmond, WA | 7.4 |
| NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Lights Montessori
What grades does Northern Lights Montessori serve?
Northern Lights Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Northern Lights Montessori?
Northern Lights Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Lights Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Lights Montessori is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northern Lights Montessori rank in WA?
Northern Lights Montessori ranks #65 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Northern Lights Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Northern Lights Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northern Lights Montessori a private school?
Yes, Northern Lights 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 Northern Lights Montessori a religious school?
No, Northern Lights Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 208 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 647-3031
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