Discover the Difference at St. Croix Montessori School St. Croix Montessori School is an accredited AMI Montessori school offering an exceptional education for children ages 16 months through Junior High.
Located just minutes from the Twin Cities, our 15-acre campus in the scenic St.
Croix River Valley creating an immersive, hands-on learning environment unlike any in the region.
Our programs nurture the whole child academically, socially, and emotionally through toddler, preschool, elementary, and junior high.
Guided by the time-tested Montessori philosophy, our students build confidence, independence, and a deep love of learning.
Families from Stillwater, Lake Elmo, Woodbury, St. Paul, Hudson, and River Falls are drawn to our joyful classrooms, devoted educators, and strong, connected community. Come experience the Montessori difference.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
Campus Size
17
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
25 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Dependent on level of program
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club
School Notes
More About St. Croix Montessori School
St. Croix Montessori School is an accredited AMI Montessori community serving children from 16 months through Junior High. Our programs are carefully designed to meet the developmental needs of each age group:
Schedule a Tour
We invite prospective families to visit and see the Montessori difference in action. Tours are available year-round and offer a personal look at our classrooms, materials, and community. To schedule a tour or learn more about the application process, visit our website at www.stcroixmontessori.org or call us at (651) 436-2606.
Come discover a place where children are trusted, respected, and inspired to grow into capable, compassionate individuals-ready for whatever comes next.
St. Croix Montessori School is an accredited AMI Montessori community serving children from 16 months through Junior High. Our programs are carefully designed to meet the developmental needs of each age group:
- Toddler Community (16 months 3 years): A warm, nurturing space where young children build independence, motor skills, and confidence through purposeful work and social connection.
- Children's House (3 6 years): A mixed-age environment where children explore math, language, science, geography, and practical life at their own pace-developing concentration, self-regulation, and joy in learning.
- Elementary (1st 6th grade): A collaborative, curiosity-driven classroom where children deepen academic understanding through integrated studies, hands-on materials, and meaningful work.
- Junior High (Opening Soon): Grounded in Montessori's vision for adolescents, our Junior High will offer a farm- and project-based curriculum that fosters self-expression, real-world responsibility, and a strong sense of purpose.
Schedule a Tour
We invite prospective families to visit and see the Montessori difference in action. Tours are available year-round and offer a personal look at our classrooms, materials, and community. To schedule a tour or learn more about the application process, visit our website at www.stcroixmontessori.org or call us at (651) 436-2606.
Come discover a place where children are trusted, respected, and inspired to grow into capable, compassionate individuals-ready for whatever comes next.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does St. Croix Montessori offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Croix Montessori offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. Croix Montessori offer?
St. Croix Montessori offers 5 interscholastic sports: Archery, Figure Skating, Golf, Ice Hockey and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for St. Croix Montessori?
The application deadline for St. Croix Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 1/1/2020
Sending our children to St Croix Montessori is the best decision we've ever made for their educational experience. Where we'd had some previous challenges with the traditional classroom approach with the public school system, we now have children excited to go to school every morning and returning home with positive attitudes and constant commentary about what they're learning, who they're learning with, and how excited they are to resume studies the following day. The teachers are all compassionate and gentle with the manner they direct the children and the freedom within the classroom gives the children a lot of pride and ownership over their educational choices. With a focus on ecological studies and the focused classroom sizes, we will probably have our children carry out their full term offerings through the SCM. Couldn't be better!
5 3/16/2017
My children love this school and are clearly thriving in large part because of it. SCMS has wonderful, caring, and thoughtful teachers and staff. They follow the Montessori approach to learning, from the Toddler level all of the way through Jr. High....and this is such a good thing! It provides kids with lifelong learning and social skills that will help them become successful in whatever endeavors they pursue. Also, my kids are big fans of exploring the extensive natural environment around the school.
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