Puddletown Montessori School, located near Reed College in SE Portland, was founded in 2004 and serves children ages 3-15. Here, we encourage young people to explore learning, independence, and interdependence. We are an inclusive and welcoming community and would love to share more about our school with you. Visit our website to learn more about our Montessori programs for: Preschool-Kindergarten for ages 3-6
Elementary for grades 1st-6th Middle School for grades 7 and 8
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked OR School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Puddletown MontessoriSchool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2004
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
Office
Admissions Associate
Office
Application URL
School Notes
- Nonprofit
- Inclusive and welcoming
- School day varies by age group: Pre-K/K 8:20-3, Elementary 8:20-3:10, Middle School 8:40-3:40
- Early care available beginning at 7:30
- After care available until 5:30
- Camps available during summer break and most closure times during the school year
- Administrators have completed the Embracing Equity Leadership Residency
- All staff has taken theIntroduction to Anti-Bias Education by Britt Hawthorne
- Teachers have AMI Diplomas, as do many of our assistants and administrators
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puddletown MontessoriSchool's ranking?
Puddletown MontessoriSchool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Puddletown MontessoriSchool?
The application deadline for Puddletown MontessoriSchool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Puddletown MontessoriSchool is Lark Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Family School (0.1 miles away)
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Holy Family School
(Catholic)
7425 Se Cesar E Chavez Blvd
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 774-8871
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 774-8871
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students Tuition listed
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5909 Se 40th Ave
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 771-6366
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 771-6366
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
5235 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 768-3847
Portland, OR 97206
(503) 768-3847
0.9 miles
Gr: PK | 137 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
7960 Se 15th Avenue
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 234-5500
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 234-5500
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 172 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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