Primrose Montessori was established in its current location in 1983 by Nancy Deskins.
Primrose Montessori contains a broad array of Montessori materials and activities.
We recognize that each child is a unique individual longing to develop.
Primrose Montessori is a place where children explore, unfold, and blossom.
Primrose Montessori is where children are prepared to begin their education for life.
Unique to the primary classroom are the concrete materials used to illustrate abstract ideas.
The activities fall into four major areas: practical life, sensorial, language, and mathematics.
Music, art, history, geography, gardening, physical education, and social graces are also part of the daily curriculum.
The children learn to work at tasks from the beginning to end, develop self-discipline and the capacity for concentration.
Courtesy, respect, and grace naturally develop as the child grows in the Montessori community.
The younger children are guided by the teacher and by observing and working with the other children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Primrose Montessori School often compared to?
Primrose Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Missoula Valley Montessori by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Primrose Montessori School?
The application deadline for Primrose Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Primrose Montessori School located?
Primrose Montessori School is located in the University District neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Primrose Montessori School vs. Missoula Valley Montessori
The nearest high school to Primrose Montessori School is Loyola Sacred Heart High School (3.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Joseph School (3.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Clark Fork School (1.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Clark Fork School ![Clark Fork School Photo]( "Clark Fork School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
2525 Rattlesnake Dr
Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 728-3395
Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 728-3395
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 100 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Missoula Community School ![Missoula Community School Photo - Exploring our world on Bug Day!]( "Missoula Community School Photo - Exploring our world on Bug Day!")
Special Program Emphasis
239 S 5th St W
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-2833
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-2833
2.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 72 students
Loyola Sacred Heart High School
(Catholic)
320 Edith St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-6101
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-6101
3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 181 students Tuition listed
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
503 Edith St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-1290
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-1290
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Missoula International School ![Missoula International School Photo - Our new school is located in the heart of Missoula with beautiful mountain views on all sides. Walking distance to the Clark Fork River and downtown]( "Missoula International School Photo - Our new school is located in the heart of Missoula with beautiful mountain views on all sides. Walking distance to the Clark Fork River and downtown")
Special Program Emphasis
808 South Third Street West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-9924
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-9924
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Loyola Sacred Heart High School
(Catholic)
320 Edith St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-6101
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-6101
3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 181 students Tuition listed
1001 Cleveland Street
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 721-6884
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 721-6884
3.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 49 students
1905 W. Sussex Ave
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 493-6886
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 493-6886
4.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3700 S Russell St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-3334
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-3334
4.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 133 students
2526 Sunset Lane
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-0482
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-0482
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 357 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
503 Edith St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-1290
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-1290
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Missoula International School ![Missoula International School Photo - Our new school is located in the heart of Missoula with beautiful mountain views on all sides. Walking distance to the Clark Fork River and downtown]( "Missoula International School Photo - Our new school is located in the heart of Missoula with beautiful mountain views on all sides. Walking distance to the Clark Fork River and downtown")
Special Program Emphasis
808 South Third Street West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-9924
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-9924
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Garden City Montessori
Montessori School
3035 S. Russell St.
Missoula, MT 59803
(406) 240-0290
Missoula, MT 59803
(406) 240-0290
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 42 students
1001 Cleveland Street
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 721-6884
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 721-6884
3.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 49 students
1800 S 2nd St W
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-8327
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-8327
3.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 124 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Clark Fork School ![Clark Fork School Photo]( "Clark Fork School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
2525 Rattlesnake Dr
Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 728-3395
Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 728-3395
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 100 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Missoula Community School ![Missoula Community School Photo - Exploring our world on Bug Day!]( "Missoula Community School Photo - Exploring our world on Bug Day!")
Special Program Emphasis
239 S 5th St W
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-2833
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-2833
2.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 72 students
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
503 Edith St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-1290
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-1290
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Missoula International School ![Missoula International School Photo - Our new school is located in the heart of Missoula with beautiful mountain views on all sides. Walking distance to the Clark Fork River and downtown]( "Missoula International School Photo - Our new school is located in the heart of Missoula with beautiful mountain views on all sides. Walking distance to the Clark Fork River and downtown")
Special Program Emphasis
808 South Third Street West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-9924
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-9924
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Garden City Montessori
Montessori School
3035 S. Russell St.
Missoula, MT 59803
(406) 240-0290
Missoula, MT 59803
(406) 240-0290
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 42 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rattlesnake Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1220 Pineview Drive
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Hellgate High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
925 Gerald Ave
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
2.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,262 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Paxson School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Evans
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4055
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4055
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Lowell School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1215 Phillips St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4040
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4040
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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