Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Steamboat Montessori ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steamboat Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Steamboat Montessori's student population of 140 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Steamboat Montessori ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steamboat Montessori is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
49%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steamboat Montessori's ranking?
Steamboat Montessori is ranked #294 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Steamboat Montessori?
140 students attend Steamboat Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Steamboat Montessori students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steamboat Montessori?
Steamboat Montessori has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steamboat Montessori offer ?
Steamboat Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steamboat Montessori part of?
Steamboat Montessori is part of State Charter School Institute School District.
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