Early World Montessori has been caring for children on Mercer Island since 1989.
Our programs offer the highest quality education and childcare. Our school provides a nurturing environment where parents feel secure knowing that they have made a good choice for their children.
This security allows parents peace of mind, which is so important in today's world of busy schedules.
At Early World Montessori your child will discover the joy of learning, the excitement of challenges, and the satisfaction of success.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Early World Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Early World Montessori?
The application deadline for Early World Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Early World Montessori is Privett Academy (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Monica Catholic School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Creative Learning Center Llc (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Creative Learning Center Llc
Montessori School
2760 73rd Ave Se
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-8900
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-8900
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 59 students
9311 SE 36th St
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-0059
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-0059
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Tuition listed
4320 87th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Yellow Wood Academy ![Yellow Wood Academy Photo - We are so proud of our YWA graduates!]( "Yellow Wood Academy Photo - We are so proud of our YWA graduates!")
Special Education School
3310 146th Pl SE Suite B
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
1.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 134 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3795 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
9311 SE 36th St
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-0059
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-0059
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Tuition listed
4320 87th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Yellow Wood Academy ![Yellow Wood Academy Photo - We are so proud of our YWA graduates!]( "Yellow Wood Academy Photo - We are so proud of our YWA graduates!")
Special Education School
3310 146th Pl SE Suite B
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
1.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 134 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5017 90th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5272
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5272
1.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Torah Academy Of The Pacific Northwest
All-boys (Jewish)
5305 52nd Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 531-0089
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 531-0089
2.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4320 87th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Yellow Wood Academy ![Yellow Wood Academy Photo - We are so proud of our YWA graduates!]( "Yellow Wood Academy Photo - We are so proud of our YWA graduates!")
Special Education School
3310 146th Pl SE Suite B
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
1.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 134 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3795 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3201 Hunter Blvd South
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 721-3480
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 721-3480
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8300 NE 12th Street
Medina, WA 98039
(425) 454-5880
Medina, WA 98039
(425) 454-5880
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 368 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Creative Learning Center Llc
Montessori School
2760 73rd Ave Se
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-8900
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-8900
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 59 students
4320 87th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3795 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sundance Preschool & Kindergarten Ii
Daycare / Preschool
537 102nd Ave Se
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 453-6195
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 453-6195
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 32 students
3201 Hunter Blvd South
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 721-3480
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 721-3480
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4030 86th Ave Se
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(253) 841-8740
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(253) 841-8740
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
West Mercer Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4141 81st Ave Se
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3430
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3430
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 431 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Mercer Island High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9100 Se 42nd
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3345
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3345
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,439 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Enatai Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10700 Se 25th Street
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 456-5200
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 456-5200
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Island Park Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5437 Island Crest Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3410
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3410
2.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 364 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
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