Blue Mountain School is a place where children are given freedom and encouraged to take responsibility for their own education - and they do.
They play, learn, and grow on their own, in small groups, as well as in democratically structured group meetings.
Every child of every age has a vote and understands his/her place in this family-like, and yes, fun environment.
Blue Mountain School is a place where students are free.
Natural curiosity, democracy and freedom with responsibility are the foundation the school is built upon.
Our students develop into well-adjusted, self-motivated adults who are equipped to participate as citizens of a democratic society.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Average class size: 15 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-7
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Motto
“Supporting academics within the rich context of our woods is an amazing alchemy for greater success in every area of a child's development.”
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Blue Mountain School cost?
Blue Mountain School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Blue Mountain School?
The application deadline for Blue Mountain School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 10/27/2023
This school is phenomenal for 1st grade and below. The focus on social/emotional understanding is well suited for those ages and builds a great foundation. However, higher grades do not focus on academics and children fall behind quickly. Of the families I know who left, their kids were all significantly behind (2-4 grade levels) when it came to reading skills per public school assessments. If you have the time to correct that shortfall at home then the outdoor focus of the school can make up for that issue.
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