Mountain Pathways School

Mountain Pathways School is a community that fosters respect and a lifelong love of learning by nurturing the spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and physical well-being of its children.
By following the Montessori curriculum, we encourage students to reach their full potential as happy, healthy, contributing members of the community of humanity.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,250
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1987
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$11,000/year for one child
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Admissions Director
Ellen Lewis
Application URL

School Notes

  • Toddler class accepts children as young as 18 months
  • 2-4 year-old class offers transitional option
  • 3-6 year-old class is in large open classroom with space to spread out
  • Elementary and Middle School students thrive under the guidance of our Montessori-trained instructors
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mountain Pathways School cost?
Mountain Pathways School's tuition is approximately $6,250 for private students.
What schools are Mountain Pathways School often compared to?
Mountain Pathways School is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Mountain Pathways School?
The application deadline for Mountain Pathways School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 76 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,250
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,465 for elementary schools and $13,859 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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