The Montessori Center vs. Seven Peaks School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Seven Peaks School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Overview
The Montessori Center's mission is to prepare students to be life long learners and responsible citizens of the world community.
Through the use of montessori methods and philosophy, an individualized approach in multi-age groupings encourages developmentally appropriate learning of academics, and social and life skills.
All children are given the freedom in a structured environment that is nurturing, child centered and supportive to develop their gifts and pursue their interests.
Seven Peaks School is Central Oregon's first full International Baccalaureate (IB) school, offering the Primary Years Programme (Preschool, age 3 and potty-trained, through grade 5) and the Middle Years Programme (grades 68).
Our vibrant learning community blends academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and artistic expression, supported by dedicated teachers and engaged families. At Seven Peaks, students develop confidence in their unique identities while preparing to thrive in high school and beyond.
Our faculty bring expertise, passion, and the advantage of additional planning time and professional development, ensuring a personalized, world-class education.
Graduates leave as curious, compassionate, and globally-minded learners ready to make a positive impact in their communities and the world. We can't wait to meet you!.
Grades Offered
K-K
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
2002
1996
Students Body
Total Students
112 students
246 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
5%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
95
32
Kindergarten Students
17
18
Grade 1 Students
-
18
Grade 2 Students
-
18
Grade 3 Students
-
18
Grade 4 Students
-
21
Grade 5 Students
-
22
Grade 6 Students
-
40
Grade 7 Students
-
29
Grade 8 Students
-
30
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
30 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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90%
Average Class Size
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18
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
8:1
Classroom Dress Code
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Casual
(Standard dress code)
(Standard dress code)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Feb. 11 / rolling
Tuition Cost
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$18,735
Tuition Notes
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Financial Aid Available
% on Financial Aid
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17%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$7,700
Admissions Director
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Phil DeLong
Admissions Associate
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Amy J Doherty
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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7
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Book ClubChess Club
Elementary Lego ClubRunning Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band and ChoirRock Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Wintermeister skiing and snowboarding