Golden Years is a co–ed Montessori school in Minneapolis, MN, serving 101 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, small city community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with 13 teachers supporting early childhood education.
Golden Years enrolls a student body that is 100% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for diversity.
The program focuses on early learning within a city–based environment, providing Montessori education for ages PK to K.
Located in Minneapolis, Golden Years offers an alternative private school option with an emphasis on inclusive early childhood education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Golden Years ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Golden Years?
The application deadline for Golden Years is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Golden Years is Yeshiva Of Minneapolis (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Avail Academy - Edina (0.2 miles away)
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