Big Leaf Montessori School in Longview, WA serves 39 students from pre–kindergarten through 4th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
Founded in 2015, the school offers early childhood and elementary education within the Old West Side neighborhood of Longview.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 with a teaching staff of 2 educators.
Big Leaf Montessori School is a member of the Council of Bilingual Education and operates as a co–educational institution.
This Longview Montessori school enrolls 39 students, providing education across pre–kindergarten to 4th grade in a small city community setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$7,750/year
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Big Leaf Montessori School often compared to?
Big Leaf Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Childrens House Of Long View by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Big Leaf Montessori School?
The application deadline for Big Leaf Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Big Leaf Montessori School located?
Big Leaf Montessori School is located in the Old West Side neighborhood of Longview, WA.
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School Reviews
5 1/18/2025
Big Leaf Montessori School is an asset to our local community. There are children ranging in age from 30 months through 6th grade, with plans to continue growing and adding additional grade levels in the coming years. My son has been attending Big Leaf since the 2019/2020 school year, being the first to go from 30-month kindergarten in the primary classroom and now moving forward in the elementary classroom. Big Leaf offers amazing academics for the children to learn at their own pace, guides that support the children in their care, and facilities that cater to the child's wellbeing. The classroom is active and engaging, and each child gets to participate in a wide variety of new lessons ranging from academics to sports, cooking, sewing, and so much more!
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