Montessori Discovery Center in Salem, OR, enrolls 145 students in preschool and kindergarten within a nonsectarian, midsize city community in the South Central neighborhood.
Founded in 1986, the Montessori school serves co–ed students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 18 teachers.
The school's student body includes 31.37% students of color, reflecting diversity in this Salem early learning program.
Tuition details are not specified, but the school offers a summer school program as part of its enrollment options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- We accept children who are 2 1/2 yrs and older who are potty trained.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori Discovery Center?
The application deadline for Montessori Discovery Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori Discovery Center located?
Montessori Discovery Center is located in the South Central neighborhood of Salem, OR.
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