School Overview
Silver Sands Montessori, located in Henderson, Nevada, is a private educational institution dedicated to the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes self-directed learning, hands-on exploration, and the development of the "whole child." The school provides a structured yet flexible environment designed to foster academic excellence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. By utilizing specialized Montessori materials and multi-age classrooms, the faculty encourages students to progress at their own individual pace, catering to their specific developmental needs while promoting collaboration and social responsibility.

The school is committed to creating a nurturing community that values respect, curiosity, and critical thinking. Its curriculum typically spans early childhood through elementary years, focusing on a holistic approach that balances cognitive growth with emotional and physical well-being. By integrating core academic subjects with opportunities for creative expression and practical life skills, Silver Sands Montessori prepares its students to become confident, capable individuals who are well-equipped to succeed in future academic pursuits and within the broader global community.
226
Total Students
9.5
Full-Time Teachers
23.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Silver Sands Montessori
Demographic Student Count
White38
Hispanic126
Black12
Asian15
Two or More31
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    126 (55.8%)
  • White
    38 (16.8%)
  • Two or More
    31 (13.7%)
  • Asian
    15 (6.6%)
  • Black
    12 (5.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.9%)
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: State Sponsored Charter Schools
Phone: (702)522-5220
Website: http://www.SilverSandsMCS.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 226
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.8
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 80
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 36
Grade 1 15
Grade 2 30
Grade 3 26
Grade 4 18
Grade 5 22
Grade 6 25
Grade 7 24
Grade 8 30

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Silver Sands Montessori
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten36
Grade 115
Grade 230
Grade 326
Grade 418
Grade 522
Grade 625
Grade 724
Grade 830
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Silver Sands Montessori
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11751.8%
Male10948.2%
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