Northwest Montessori School provides an individualized learning environment, based on the principles of Dr.
Maria Montessori, that is designed to help students become independent, life-long learners who are academically grounded and socially confident about their place in the world.
Our goal is to build an environment that will help every student explore, communicate, work and perfect skills to their highest potential.
We want each student to grow in self-esteem, well-grounded in academics and joyful about learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,860
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,860
Application URL
Endowment Size
$60 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Whoever touches the life of the child touches the most sensitive point of a whole which has roots in the most distant past and climbs toward the infinite future.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Larry Page - Google Founder
- Sergey Brin - Google Founder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood cost?
Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood's tuition is approximately $13,860 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood?
Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood famous alumni include: Larry Page - Google Founder and Sergey Brin - Google Founder.
When is the application deadline for Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood?
The application deadline for Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood located?
Northwest Montessori School - Wedgewood is located in the Northeast Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 12 other private schools located in Northeast Seattle.
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