NORTH FORK MONTESSORI @ CRAWFORD
NORTH FORK MONTESSORI @ CRAWFORD is a public elementary school that is part of the Delta County Joint District No. 50 school district, located in CRAWFORD, CO with about 144 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 9 teachers, NORTH FORK MONTESSORI @ CRAWFORD has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
North Fork Montessori at Crawford is a public K–8 school located in Crawford, Colorado, that operates as part of the Delta County School District. As a Montessori-based institution, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach to learning, prioritizing independence, hands-on exploration, and multi-age classrooms. By fostering a collaborative environment, the school aims to cultivate both the academic and social-emotional growth of its students, encouraging them to develop at their own pace while engaging with a curriculum designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is deeply integrated into the local North Fork Valley community. Its location in Crawford provides a unique setting where students often benefit from the surrounding natural environment, which is frequently incorporated into the school’s place-based learning initiatives. By blending the structured philosophy of the Montessori method with the close-knit, supportive atmosphere of a small rural town, North Fork Montessori serves as a distinct educational alternative for families seeking a personalized and holistic approach to their children's development.
For more information, contact NORTH FORK MONTESSORI @ CRAWFORD at (970) 921-4935 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CRAWFORD, CO 81415
(970) 921-4935
NORTH FORK MONTESSORI @ CRAWFORD is a public school in CRAWFORD, CO with about 144 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Delta County Joint District No. 50
- Total Students:
- 144
- Teachers:
- 9.63
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 144 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NORTH FORK MONTESSORI @ CRAWFORD is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 85.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.4%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 54.2%
- Male
- 45.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.