The Portland Montessori School guides each child`s joyful quest to reach his or her intellectual, spiritual, social and emotional potential within a diverse, nurturing learning community as we adhere to the Montessori principles of the Association Montessori Internationale.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,600
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 25%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,600
Admissions Director
Braden Pemberton
Application URL
School Notes
- The Portland Montessori School guides each child`s joyful quest to reach their intellectual, spiritual, social and emotional potential within a diverse, nurturing learning community as we adhere to the Montessori principles of the Association Montessori Internationale
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Portland Montessori School cost?
The Portland Montessori School's tuition is approximately $13,600 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Portland Montessori School?
The application deadline for The Portland Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Portland Montessori School located?
The Portland Montessori School is located in the North Tabor neighborhood of Portland, OR.
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Location
Miles
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601 NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 236-6205
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