We provide an environment where children 12 months through sixth grade joyfully reach their full potential through the development of independence; academic excellence; respect for their environment, self, and others, and moral responsibility to society through an AMI* Montessori education.*Association Montessori Internationale.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1976
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
51 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition range: 15.850-36,354
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Lauren Franchek
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Beginning Spanish, Various after-shool programs are available for our students.
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Class
Beginning Spanish, Various after-shool programs are available for our students.
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Class
School Notes
- We provide an environment where children 12 months through sixth grade joyfully reach their full potential through the development of independence; academic excellence; respect for their environment, self, and others, and moral responsibility to society through an AMI* Montessori education.*Association Montessori Internationale
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Mountain Shadows International Montessori?
The acceptance rate of Mountain Shadows International Montessori is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
When is the application deadline for Mountain Shadows International Montessori?
The application deadline for Mountain Shadows International Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Mountain Shadows International Montessori is Temple Grandin School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Boulder Country Day (0.8 miles away)
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Students
Grades: NS-8 | 290 students 0.8 miles 4820 Nautilus Ct N
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 527-4931
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 527-4931
0.8
NS-8
290
Grades: 6-12 | 18 students 1.4 miles 3131 Indian Road
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 554-7363
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 554-7363
1.4
6-12
18
Grades: 6-12 | 102 students 1.6 miles 5405 Spine Rd
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 440-7520
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 440-7520
1.6
6-12
102
Joshua School-boulder
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Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 974-7732
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 974-7732
1.8
4-12
18
Hillside School
Special Education School
Grades: 2-10 | 57 students 2.1 miles 7415 Lookout Rd
Longmont, CO 80503
(303) 494-1468
Longmont, CO 80503
(303) 494-1468
2.1
2-10
57
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