The mission of Philomath Montessori School is to nurture children's innate love of learning and urge for independence, guide their self-discipline, meet their developmental needs and connect them to the natural world while developing a community of support for our families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,650
- 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
1984
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Rate depends on day length
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Love of Learning
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Philomath Montessori School cost?
Philomath Montessori School's tuition is approximately $6,650 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Philomath Montessori School?
The application deadline for Philomath Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Philomath Montessori School is Santiam Christian School (11.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Ashbrook Independent School (2.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Old Mill Center For Children & Families (1.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Old Mill Center For Children & Families
Daycare / Preschool
1650 SW 45th Pl.
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 757-8068
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 757-8068
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 30 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4045 SW Research Way
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 766-8313
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 766-8313
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 176 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition listed
Zion Lutheran Christian School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2800 Nw Tyler Ave
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-7503
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-7503
3.6 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 160 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
2730 NW Greeley Ave,
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-2513
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-2513
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 110 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Corvallis Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
3855 Ne Highway 20
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 758-4674
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 758-4674
6.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 191 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
7220 Northeast Arnold Avenue
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 745-5224
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 745-5224
11 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 710 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
Community Services Consortium
Alternative School
250 Broadalbin Street Sw Suite 2a
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 928-6335
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 928-6335
13.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students
Standard Christian School
(Pentecostal)
230 Pine St Se
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 928-1110
Albany, OR 97321
(541) 928-1110
14 miles
Gr: K-11 | 27 students Tuition listed
Lake Creek Mennonite School
(Mennonite)
26585 Peoria Rd.
Halsey, OR 97348
(541) 369-2767
Halsey, OR 97348
(541) 369-2767
15.4 miles
Gr: 1-10 | 26 students
Harris Private School
(Christian)
21211 Coburt Road
Harrisburg, OR 97446
(541) 995-6444
Harrisburg, OR 97446
(541) 995-6444
20 miles
Gr: K-12 | 69 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4045 SW Research Way
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 766-8313
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 766-8313
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 176 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition listed
Zion Lutheran Christian School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2800 Nw Tyler Ave
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-7503
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-7503
3.6 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 160 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Corvallis Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
3855 Ne Highway 20
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 758-4674
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 758-4674
6.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 191 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition listed
4940 Nw Highway 99
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 754-8899
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 754-8899
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 47 students
Central Valley Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
31630 Highway 34
Tangent, OR 97389
(541) 928-7820
Tangent, OR 97389
(541) 928-7820
10.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Old Mill Center For Children & Families
Daycare / Preschool
1650 SW 45th Pl.
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 757-8068
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 757-8068
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 30 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4045 SW Research Way
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 766-8313
Corvallis, OR 97333
(541) 766-8313
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 176 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition listed
2730 NW Greeley Ave,
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-2513
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 753-2513
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 110 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Corvallis Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
3855 Ne Highway 20
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 758-4674
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 758-4674
6.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 191 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition listed
4940 Nw Highway 99
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 754-8899
Corvallis, OR 97330
(541) 754-8899
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 47 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Philomath Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2054 Applegate St
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3169
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3169
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 73 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Philomath High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2054 Applegate St
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3211
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3211
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 453 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Philomath Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2021 Chapel Dr
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3167
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3167
1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
535 S 19th St
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-2082
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-2082
1.1 miles
Gr: K-1 | 165 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Philomath Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
239 S 16th St
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3253
Philomath, OR 97370
(541) 929-3253
1.3 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 368 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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