Little Friends Montessori in Salem, OR, serves 106 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 4th grade in a midsize city neighborhood.
The school operates with 11 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 across early childhood and elementary levels.
As a nonsectarian Montessori school, it holds membership in the American Montessori Society and other religious school associations.
Approximately 17% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the Salem community.
Little Friends Montessori is located in Salem's central area, with tuition likely aligned with local elementary private school averages near $8,100.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 106 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-4
Student Body
Total Students
106 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Little Friends Montessori often compared to?
Little Friends Montessori is often viewed alongside schools like Abiqua School, Montessori Discovery Center by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Little Friends Montessori?
The application deadline for Little Friends Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Little Friends Montessori located?
Little Friends Montessori is located in the Central Area neighborhood of Salem, OR. There are 4 other private schools located in Central Area.
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