Village Montessori School is the first montessori school in the sacramento area and has been in continuous operation since 1969.
The school is owned and operated by Lisa Willis and Erin Auernig.
Lisa currently teaches in our Kindergarten classroom and Erin acts as the director overseeing all aspects of our center's operation.
Together, with an outstanding staff, Village Montessori offers you and your child a warm, caring montessori environment.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1969
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
83 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
42:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Blocks for Life
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Village Montessori School?
The application deadline for Village Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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