White Mountain Montessori School (Closed 2023)

421 Woodland Dr.
Lakeside, AZ 85929
White Mountain Montessori is a private, non-profit, institution in Lakeside, AZ. We are dedicated to helping students achieve their full potential through the use of hands-on materials and the Montessori curriculum.
We offer a 3-6 year old program (1/2 or full day for PreK, full day kindergarten) and a lower elementary program for 1st through 4th grade students. Our mission is to provide quality Montessori education to the children of the White Mountains.
We seek to provide a peaceful learning environment that promotes respect and appreciation for one another as well as other cultures.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1997

Student Body

Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
White Mountain Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Scholarships awarded each year for families that qualify.

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
community service clubOdyssey of the Mind Team

School Notes

  • Parents can contact the school through our website email (office@whitemountainmontessori.org) or call our front office (928)367-1201. Thank you for your interest in our organization.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for White Mountain Montessori School?
The application deadline for White Mountain Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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