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Sprucetree Montessori School

1830 2nd Avenue Fairbanks, AK 99701
Tel: (907) 479-8733

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AK School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 91 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 30 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • Spruce Tree Montessori School is the first private Montessori elementary school in Fairbanks, Alaska.
  • Spruce Tree offers a traditional Montessori early childhood programming (ages 2.5 - 6) as well as an elementary program for children ages 6 - 12.
  • Our curriculum provides an inspiring learning environment using proven Montessori techniques, approved Montessori materials and its classrooms are guided by experienced, credentialed Montessori teachers.
  • The Montessori approach provides sound academic background for the establishment of critical thinking, problem solving and cooperative learning skills.
  • We offer enrichment programming in music and foreign language, coding and logic skills, and art.
  • Our goal is to support the development of each child in all areas – academically, socially, physically, and emotionally in an effort to educate the “whole child.”.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked AK School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 91 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 30 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Sprucetree Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for:

Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates

School Facts

School Type
Montessori School
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSprucetree Montessori School
Pre-K38
Kind19
114
29
34
42
51
64
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Year Founded
2012
Summer School Offered
Yes
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Student Body

Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Mar. 30 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Elementary tuition: $10480 Primary tuition: $8400 Primary tuition, half day: $6760
% on Financial Aid
14%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Sabrina Binkley
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School Notes

  • Montessori The philosophy of the Montessori method is first and foremost to respect the child. Over a century ago, Dr. Maria Montessori became Italy’s first female physician. Her focus soon shifted to better understanding the learning process of children. The Montessori method of education developed based upon Montessori’s clinical observations of children and the ease at which they naturally learn. Montessori recognized that young children possess a remarkable ability to absorb the world around them. Spruce Tree Montessori School is true and consistent with the Montessori method. The uniqueness of each child is emphasized and fostered in our well-prepared classrooms, which are designed to promote the development of emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs. One of the most distinguishing features of the Montessori method is its extensive use of manipulative items. Our classrooms are filled with materials that encourage a natural curiosity among children who are eager to choose activities in all areas of our curriculum. The result is confident, happy children that carry a love of learning with them for a lifetime. We pride ourselves on providing a traditional Montessori program to families and their children in our community.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Sprucetree Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Sprucetree Montessori School is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 93%. Sprucetree Montessori School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Alaska with low acceptance rates.
What is Sprucetree Montessori School's ranking?
Sprucetree Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Sprucetree Montessori School?
The application deadline for Sprucetree Montessori School is Mar. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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