DC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL

DC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Douglas County School District No. Re 1 school district, located in CASTLE ROCK, CO with about 544 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 26 teachers, DC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

DC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL, located in Castle Rock, Colorado, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students from preschool through eighth grade. Operating under the Douglas County School District, the school is dedicated to implementing the authentic Montessori philosophy. This educational model emphasizes child-centered learning, individualized instruction, and the development of the whole child—intellectually, socially, and emotionally—within a prepared environment that encourages independence and self-discipline.

The school is structured into multi-age classrooms, which allows students to learn at their own pace while fostering collaborative peer relationships and mentorship opportunities. By focusing on hands-on exploration and critical thinking, DC Montessori aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning in its students. As a charter school, it maintains a close-knit community atmosphere while adhering to state academic standards, providing families in the Castle Rock area with a specialized alternative to the traditional public school experience.

For more information, contact DC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL at (303) 387-5626 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.