Beautiful, premier Montessori School on the Eastside for over 41 years with one local owner.
Lakeside Montessori is a diverse and peaceful community of individuals, aged 2.5 to 6 years.
We empower children through character development based on learning to be responsible for oneself and compassionate toward others.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lakeside Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Lakeside Montessori is a diverse and peaceful community of individuals, aged 2.5 to 6 years. We empower children through character development based on learning to be responsible for oneself and compassionate toward others. The Montessori method allows each individual child to strive toward his or her highest academic potential by providing an environment of beauty, order and reality. The Montessori environment is designed to satisfy an innate motivation toward self-development. It is through self-development or "work", that the child is led to the mastery of social skills, academic concepts and critical, creative thinking.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Montessori's ranking?
Lakeside Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Lakeside Montessori?
The application deadline for Lakeside Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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