Located in Boise, ID, Lakewood Montessori enrolls 126 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
The school was founded in 2010 and serves a midsize city neighborhood in Southeast Boise.
Lakewood Montessori maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 16 teaching staff members.
The student body includes 16.67% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
As a member of the American Montessori Society, Lakewood Montessori offers Montessori education to young children in Boise.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 126 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-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
126 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 15%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lakewood Montessori often compared to?
Lakewood Montessori is often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Academy On Parkcenter by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Lakewood Montessori?
The application deadline for Lakewood Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lakewood Montessori located?
Lakewood Montessori is located in the Southeast Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 2 other private schools located in Southeast Boise.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Lakewood Montessori vs. Montessori Academy On Parkcenter
The nearest high school to Lakewood Montessori is Foothills School of Arts & Sciences (2.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is New Horizon Child Care (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
155 E Boise Avenue
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 386-9108
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 386-9108
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 56 students Tuition listed
Montessori Academy On Parkcenter
Montessori School
649 E Parkcenter Blvd
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-0004
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-0004
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 136 students
Kidz Connection Montessori
Montessori School
2310 Columbus St
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 384-1191
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 384-1191
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 112 students
3110 East Barber Valley Drive
Boise, ID 83716
(208) 417-7053
Boise, ID 83716
(208) 417-7053
1.8 miles
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Miles
Quick Facts
Foothills School of Arts & Sciences ![Foothills School of Arts & Sciences Photo - Foothills students become capable and confident learners during their time at Foothills! Foothills allows students to share their voice, empowers them to become critical thinkers and open-minded listeners, and promotes a positive school culture where everyone is valued.]( "Foothills School of Arts & Sciences Photo - Foothills students become capable and confident learners during their time at Foothills! Foothills allows students to share their voice, empowers them to become critical thinkers and open-minded listeners, and promotes a positive school culture where everyone is valued.")
Special Program Emphasis
601 South 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 158 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
One Stone
Alternative School
1151 W Miller St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 451-3825
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 451-3825
2.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 126 students
5521 E Warm Springs Ave
Boise, ID 83716
(208) 424-5000
Boise, ID 83716
(208) 424-5000
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 355 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bishop Kelly High School ![Bishop Kelly High School Photo]( "Bishop Kelly High School Photo")
(Catholic)
7009 Franklin Rd
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 375-6010
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 375-6010
4.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 945 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 32 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Intermountain School & Hosp
Alternative School
303 N Allumbaugh St
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 350-2324
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 350-2324
4.7 miles
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
155 E Boise Avenue
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 386-9108
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 386-9108
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 56 students Tuition listed
Kidz Connection Montessori
Montessori School
2310 Columbus St
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 384-1191
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 384-1191
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 112 students
Foothills School of Arts & Sciences ![Foothills School of Arts & Sciences Photo - Foothills students become capable and confident learners during their time at Foothills! Foothills allows students to share their voice, empowers them to become critical thinkers and open-minded listeners, and promotes a positive school culture where everyone is valued.]( "Foothills School of Arts & Sciences Photo - Foothills students become capable and confident learners during their time at Foothills! Foothills allows students to share their voice, empowers them to become critical thinkers and open-minded listeners, and promotes a positive school culture where everyone is valued.")
Special Program Emphasis
601 South 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 158 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Catholic School
(Catholic)
3901 Cassia St
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 344-9738
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 344-9738
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Tuition listed
Rose Hill Montessori School
Montessori School
4603 W Albion St
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 385-7674
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 385-7674
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 52 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
155 E Boise Avenue
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 386-9108
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 386-9108
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 56 students Tuition listed
Montessori Academy On Parkcenter
Montessori School
649 E Parkcenter Blvd
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-0004
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 344-0004
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 136 students
Kidz Connection Montessori
Montessori School
2310 Columbus St
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 384-1191
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 384-1191
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 112 students
Vista Montessori School
Montessori School
2096 S Gourley St
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 343-0201
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 343-0201
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Gr: PK-K | 22 students
Foothills School of Arts & Sciences ![Foothills School of Arts & Sciences Photo - Foothills students become capable and confident learners during their time at Foothills! Foothills allows students to share their voice, empowers them to become critical thinkers and open-minded listeners, and promotes a positive school culture where everyone is valued.]( "Foothills School of Arts & Sciences Photo - Foothills students become capable and confident learners during their time at Foothills! Foothills allows students to share their voice, empowers them to become critical thinkers and open-minded listeners, and promotes a positive school culture where everyone is valued.")
Special Program Emphasis
601 South 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 158 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(208) 854-6530
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Boise, ID 83706
(208) 343-7243
Boise, ID 83706
(208) 343-7243
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(208) 205-8818
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