A Developing Mind Academy is a private Montessori school located in Post Falls, Idaho.
Our private school strives to focus on the individualization of specific learning needs of each student.
We aspire to create exciting hands on projects and multiple intelligence learning opportunities.
With many other enrichment activities, our private school strives to be a lot more than just an academic setting, but a place for children to grow and reach their full potential.
Our school uses the MAP (measure of academic progress), which is a nation wide tool to measure the academic progress of students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked ID School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,950
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
A Developing Mind Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
198 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
22 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Larry Page, Co-founder of Google
- Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon.com
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does A Developing Mind Academy cost?
A Developing Mind Academy's tuition is approximately $4,950 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from A Developing Mind Academy?
A Developing Mind Academy famous alumni include: Larry Page, Co-founder of Google and Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon.com.
What is A Developing Mind Academy's ranking?
A Developing Mind Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for A Developing Mind Academy?
The application deadline for A Developing Mind Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to A Developing Mind Academy is Immaculate Conception Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Cornerstone Christian Academy (1.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Immaculate Conception Academy
All-boys (Catholic)
495 Lincoln St
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-2312
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-2312
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 176 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4
810 N. Chase Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-5200
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-5200
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 200 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Family Support Services Of N Idaho Circle Of Care
Montessori School
3755 E Covington Ave
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 777-1600
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 777-1600
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 89 students
1866 N Cecil Rd Bldg 2
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 501 students
Genesis Prep Academy
(Christian)
1866 N Cecil Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 567 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Immaculate Conception Academy
All-boys (Catholic)
495 Lincoln St
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-2312
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-2312
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 176 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4
1866 N Cecil Rd Bldg 2
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 501 students
Genesis Prep Academy
(Christian)
1866 N Cecil Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 567 students
St. Dominic School
All-girls (Catholic)
20274 W Riverview Dr
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-7598
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-7598
4.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 228 students
3639 W Prairie Ave
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7542
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7542
5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 239 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Immaculate Conception Academy
All-boys (Catholic)
495 Lincoln St
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-2312
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-2312
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 176 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4
810 N. Chase Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-5200
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-5200
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 200 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1866 N Cecil Rd Bldg 2
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 501 students
Genesis Prep Academy
(Christian)
1866 N Cecil Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 567 students
Pine Grove Academy
(Latter Day Saints)
510 S Clearwater Loop Ste 101
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 277-9707
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 277-9707
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 96 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
810 N. Chase Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-5200
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-5200
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 200 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Family Support Services Of N Idaho Circle Of Care
Montessori School
3755 E Covington Ave
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 777-1600
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 777-1600
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 89 students
1866 N Cecil Rd Bldg 2
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 501 students
Genesis Prep Academy
(Christian)
1866 N Cecil Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 691-0712
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 567 students
Pine Grove Academy
(Latter Day Saints)
510 S Clearwater Loop Ste 101
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 277-9707
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 277-9707
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 96 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Special Education School
205 West Mullan
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 777-0479
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 777-0479
1.2 miles
Gr: PK | 40 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
205 West Mullan
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 773-3541
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 773-3541
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3483 East Ponderosa Boulevard
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 773-1508
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 773-1508
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 East 16th Avenue
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 773-7554
Post Falls, ID 83877
(208) 773-7554
1.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 746 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Cherry
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 457-0772
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 457-0772
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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