School Overview
Monarch Montessori, located in Denver, Colorado, is a public charter school that serves students from preschool through eighth grade. Guided by the Montessori philosophy, the school emphasizes a child-centered approach that prioritizes individualized learning, independence, and the development of the "whole child." By utilizing mixed-age classrooms and specialized Montessori materials, the school aims to cultivate a collaborative environment where students can progress at their own pace while engaging in hands-on exploration and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic focus, Monarch Montessori is committed to fostering a strong, inclusive community that values diversity and global citizenship. The school environment is intentionally designed to support both intellectual and social-emotional growth, encouraging students to take responsibility for their learning and contribute positively to their surroundings. As a public institution, Monarch strives to make this unique, research-based educational model accessible to families in the Denver area, bridging the gap between traditional public schooling and the specialized techniques of the Montessori method.
223
Total Students
16.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
86.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Monarch Montessori
Demographic Student Count
White38
Hispanic136
Black30
Asian1
Two or More16
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    136 (61.0 %)
  • White
    38 (17.0 %)
  • Black
    30 (13.5 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (7.2 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Phone: (303)712-2001
Website: http://www.monarchm.com/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 223
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 165
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 44
Grade 2 41
Grade 3 41
Grade 4 26
Grade 5 24

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Monarch Montessori
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten47
Grade 144
Grade 241
Grade 341
Grade 426
Grade 524
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Monarch Montessori
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11551.6%
Male10848.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)