Puffin Heights Montessori School in Anchorage, AK, serves 50 co–ed students in grades PK through K within a nonsectarian, central city setting in the North Star neighborhood.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 8 teachers for its early childhood education program.
Student demographics include representation of Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, and White (not Hispanic) students, reflecting some diversity within the small enrollment.
As a Montessori school, Puffin Heights offers a specialized early learning program in Anchorage focused on preschool and kindergarten education.
Located near other Anchorage schools, Puffin Heights provides a low–enrollment option for families seeking Montessori education in a central city environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Puffin Heights Montessori School often compared to?
Puffin Heights Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Anchorage Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Puffin Heights Montessori School?
The application deadline for Puffin Heights Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Puffin Heights Montessori School located?
Puffin Heights Montessori School is located in the North Star neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 1 other private schools located in North Star.
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3250 Baxter Road
Anchorage, AK 99504
(907) 333-9062
Anchorage, AK 99504
(907) 333-9062
4.7 miles
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(907) 337-9575
Anchorage, AK 99504
(907) 337-9575
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(907) 644-2232
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(907) 644-2232
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(907) 694-4602
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(907) 694-4602
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(907) 696-3920
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