Very Good
#55 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 14% of private schools
Northwest Montessori School
Elementary School
4910 PHINNEY AVE N, Seattle, WA 98103
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#55 of 381
In Seattle
#17 of 68
public schools
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Northwest Montessori School
Elementary School in Seattle · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northwest Montessori School
Northwest Montessori School is a private elementary school in Seattle, WA. Northwest Montessori School serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Northwest 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Northwest Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northwest 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 Northwest Montessori School compares to 104 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northwest Montessori School (this school) | 7.6 |
| West Woodland Elementary School | 8.9 |
| B F Day Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Hamilton International Middle School | 8.3 |
| McDonald International School | 9.6 |
| Green Lake Elementary School | 7.2 |
| John Stanford International School | 9.3 |
| Salmon Bay K-8 School | 8.8 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Whittier Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Frantz Coe Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Lawton Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Queen Anne Elementary | 8.6 |
| Adams Elementary School | 9.2 |
| McClure Middle School | 8.1 |
| Tops K-8 School | 9.2 |
| Licton Springs K-8 | 5.7 |
| Robert Eagle Staff Middle School | 8.7 |
| John Hay Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Loyal Heights Elementary School | 8.1 |
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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
4910 PHINNEY AVE N, Seattle, WA 98103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. B F Day Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenwood Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frantz Coe Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KAPKA COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| West Woodland Elementary School Seattle | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| B F Day Elementary School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 9.7 |
| PACIFIC CREST SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln High School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WOODLAND PARK COOPERATIVE Seattle | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Hamilton International Middle School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| SEATTLE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 9.7 |
| Ballard High School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Frantz Coe Elementary School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Queen Anne Elementary Seattle | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| McDonald International School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Whittier Elementary School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Green Lake Elementary School Seattle | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,372
Median Home Value
$1,012,900
Median Rent
$2,006/mo
Population
51,988
College Educated
77.3%
Homeownership
45.2%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEWPORT CHILDREN'S SCHOOL, INC. Bellevue, WA | 7.6 |
| SEATTLE AMISTAD SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.6 |
| CHRYSALIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodinville, WA | 7.5 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI Redmond, WA | 7.5 |
| West Valley Virtual Learning Center Spokane, WA | 7.5 |
| THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey, WA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Montessori School
What grades does Northwest Montessori School serve?
Northwest Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Northwest Montessori School?
Northwest Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Montessori School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northwest Montessori School rank in WA?
Northwest Montessori School ranks #55 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Northwest Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwest Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Northwest 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 Northwest Montessori School a religious school?
No, Northwest 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
- 57
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 524-4244
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