The mission of Millhopper Montessori School is to provide education that is integrative, evolving, and grounded in respect for individual students and their intrinsic motivation to develop their mental, physical, and emotional abilities. Millhopper Montessori School has enjoyed a reputation of quality and goodwill since 1977. As the school expands to meet its goals, the commitment to remaining a high quality school with a family-style atmosphere holds a top priority. MMS is based on the Montessori philosophy as well as other methodologies. It offers an educationally challenging learning environment. The teaching staff is comprised of teachers holding credentials in Montessori (Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School), Early Childhood Education, and Elementary Education. The student-teacher ratio is approximately one teacher per twelve students (One teacher per eight students for toddlers).