Sprucetree Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Spruce Tree Montessori School is the first private Montessori elementary school in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Spruce Tree offers a traditional Montessori early childhood programming (ages 2.5 - 6) as well as an elementary program for children ages 6 - 12.
Our curriculum provides an inspiring learning environment using proven Montessori techniques, approved Montessori materials and its classrooms are guided by experienced, credentialed Montessori teachers.
The Montessori approach provides sound academic background for the establishment of critical thinking, problem solving and cooperative learning skills.
We offer enrichment programming in music and foreign language, coding and logic skills, and art.
Our goal is to support the development of each child in all areas – academically, socially, physically, and emotionally in an effort to educate the “whole child.”.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AK School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 91 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Sprucetree Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sprucetree Montessori School
Pre-K	38
Kind	19
1	14
2	9
3	4
4	2
5	1
6	4

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Year Founded

2012

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

91 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Mar. 30 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Elementary tuition: $10480 Primary tuition: $8400 Primary tuition, half day: $6760

% on Financial Aid

14%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sabrina Binkley

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Montessori The philosophy of the Montessori method is first and foremost to respect the child. Over a century ago, Dr. Maria Montessori became Italy’s first female physician. Her focus soon shifted to better understanding the learning process of children. The Montessori method of education developed based upon Montessori’s clinical observations of children and the ease at which they naturally learn. Montessori recognized that young children possess a remarkable ability to absorb the world around them. Spruce Tree Montessori School is true and consistent with the Montessori method. The uniqueness of each child is emphasized and fostered in our well-prepared classrooms, which are designed to promote the development of emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs. One of the most distinguishing features of the Montessori method is its extensive use of manipulative items. Our classrooms are filled with materials that encourage a natural curiosity among children who are eager to choose activities in all areas of our curriculum. The result is confident, happy children that carry a love of learning with them for a lifetime. We pride ourselves on providing a traditional Montessori program to families and their children in our community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Sprucetree Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of Sprucetree Montessori School is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 93%. Sprucetree Montessori School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Alaska with low acceptance rates.

What is Sprucetree Montessori School's ranking?

Sprucetree Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for Sprucetree Montessori School?

The application deadline for Sprucetree Montessori School is Mar. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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