Happy Valley Montessori School in Clackamas, OR, offers a nonsectarian Montessori program for kindergarten students in a suburban setting.
Founded in 2004, the school enrolls 20 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 3 teachers.
The school has a diverse student body with 50 percent representation of students of color, ranking in the top 20 percent for diversity among Oregon private schools.
Annual tuition is $7,300 for kindergarten, providing access to Montessori education in the Clackamas area.
Happy Valley Montessori School is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and other school associations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Happy Valley Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
2004
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Happy Valley Montessori School cost?
Happy Valley Montessori School's tuition is approximately $7,300 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Happy Valley Montessori School?
The application deadline for Happy Valley Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(503) 558-8773
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Gr: PK-K | 59 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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