Cascades Montessori Middle School in Bellingham, WA, serves 25 students in grades 7–8 within a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 4 teaching staff members.
Located in the Happy Valley neighborhood, the school reflects some diversity with 13% of students identified as students of color.
This Montessori middle school enrolls exclusively middle–grade students, focusing on a small cohort size in an urban community setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cascades Montessori Middle School?
The application deadline for Cascades Montessori Middle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cascades Montessori Middle School located?
Cascades Montessori Middle School is located in the Happy Valley neighborhood of Bellingham, WA. There are 2 other private schools located in Happy Valley.
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Location
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Quick Facts
1701 Ellis St # 215
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 671-8085
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 671-8085
2.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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