LA CRESCENT SEC MONTESSORI/STEM

LA CRESCENT SEC MONTESSORI/STEM is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the La Crescent Montessori & STEM Schoo school district, located in LA CRESCENT, MN with about 14 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 3 teachers, LA CRESCENT SEC MONTESSORI/STEM has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

La Crescent Montessori & STEM School, located in La Crescent, Minnesota, is a public charter school that offers a distinctive educational approach by blending the child-centered philosophy of Montessori with a rigorous focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The school serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade, providing a unique environment where academic exploration is driven by hands-on learning, critical thinking, and collaborative projects. By integrating the Montessori method—which emphasizes self-directed activity and individualized pacing—with STEM-based curriculum, the school aims to foster both independence and technical proficiency in its students.

Beyond its academic structure, the school is deeply committed to nurturing the "whole child" by focusing on social-emotional development and environmental stewardship. The curriculum often incorporates nature-based learning and community engagement, encouraging students to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world problems. With its small-school atmosphere and emphasis on experiential learning, La Crescent Montessori & STEM provides an alternative educational pathway for families seeking a balance between structured discovery and modern technological literacy.

For more information, contact LA CRESCENT SEC MONTESSORI/STEM at (507) 895-4054 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.