Meadowlark Montessori School in Brighton, CO offers co–ed Montessori education for grades pre–kindergarten through 3 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 31 students total, with 14 in kindergarten through third grade, supported by 2 teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 16:1.
As a nonsectarian program, Meadowlark Montessori is affiliated with the American Montessori Society and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Approximately 36% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Located in rural Brighton, Meadowlark Montessori provides early childhood education with a focus on Montessori methods for families in the surrounding area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 31 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-3
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Meadowlark Montessori School?
The application deadline for Meadowlark Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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