Little Voyageurs Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MN School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 39 students
Acceptance rate: 98%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Little Voyageurs Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Little Voyageurs Montessori School
Pre-K	36
Kind	3

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Year Founded

1968

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

39 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

% on Financial Aid

22%

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Karen Smith

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Little Voyageurs` Montessori School is an educational program whose purpose is to nurture the development of each child`s unique potential promoting independence, respect, and life long skills.

Little Voyageurs` Montessori School, established in 1968, is a non-profit, parent-operated, traditional Montessori School located in Columbia Heights, Minnesota. The school is dedicated to providing an educational program for children approximately ages 33 months through kindergarten. The program is designed to expose children to a variety of experiences that arouse curiosity and a natural desire to learn, explore, and to develop independence. The program promotes developmental growth at each child's own pace mentally, emotionally, socially, and physically.
Our Montessori educational program is complemented by an extended day program providing a nurturing, high quality and structured learning environment for the total child. Children generally enter our program when they are between the ages of approximately 2 3/4 and 3 3/4 years old. For most, the third year is traditionally known as the kindergarten year. The three-year program allows each child to develop at their own pace and progress as far as they are able. After the third year or kindergarten year, the children leave to attend first grade. Additional flexible extended day hours are available for children who are enrolled in the Montessori program.
Additional information about the school:
Little Voyageurs` Montessori School (LVMS) was founded in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, in 1968 by a group of dedicated parents. It is one of the oldest Montessori Schools in the Twin Cities area providing an early childhood and kindergarten educational program. From the beginning, our mission has been to nurture the development of each child`s unique potential. In 1978 the school received its independent 501(c) 3 status.
LVMS became accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in December 2012. NAEYC sets a higher standardof quality programming and staff education in early childhood programs. LVMS strives to build a program that helps each child reach his/her potential.
Little Voyageurs achieved a "4-star" Rating from the Parent Aware Program through the Department of Human Services in the fall of 2013.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Little Voyageurs Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of Little Voyageurs Montessori School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

Does Little Voyageurs Montessori School offer a summer program?

Yes, Little Voyageurs Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Little Voyageurs Montessori School's ranking?

Little Voyageurs Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Little Voyageurs Montessori School?

The application deadline for Little Voyageurs Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $12,470 for elementary schools and $19,941 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Minneapolis, MN is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).