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Bella Montessori Schools
Elementary School
20602 PRISM PL, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Bella Montessori Schools
Elementary School in Lake Forest · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bella Montessori Schools
Bella Montessori Schools is a private elementary school in Lake Forest, CA. Bella Montessori Schools serves approximately 10 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 10 students, Bella Montessori Schools is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Bella Montessori Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bella Montessori Schools is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bella Montessori Schools compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Forest, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bella Montessori Schools (this school) | — |
| Lake Forest Elementary | 5.2 |
| Rancho Canada Elementary | 6.7 |
| La Madera Elementary | 6.2 |
| El Toro High | 7.9 |
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary | 5.1 |
| Serrano Intermediate | 7.1 |
| Olivewood Elementary | 5.3 |
| Ralph A. Gates DLI Magnet Elementary | 4.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Address
- 20602 PRISM PL, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- Phone
- (949) 900-2420
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
20602 PRISM PL, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bella Montessori Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Foothill Ranch). Another option is Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo). Additionally, Glen Yermo Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mission Viejo). For more schools in Lake Forest, see our Lake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fulbright Montessori Academy Lake Forest | 0.3 mi | — |
| FULBRIGHT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lake Forest | 0.3 mi | — |
| Lake Forest Elementary Lake Forest | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LAKE FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest | 1.2 mi | — |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH Foothill Ranch | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest | 1.2 mi | — |
| Rahma Academy Lake Forest | 1.3 mi | — |
| Del Lago Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Foothill Ranch Elementary Foothill Ranch | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Rancho Canada Elementary Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Trabuco Hills High Mission Viejo | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| La Madera Elementary Lake Forest | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| El Toro High Lake Forest | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Lake Forest | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Glen Yermo Elementary Mission Viejo | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI CENTER Mission Viejo | 2.3 mi | — |
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County Aliso Viejo | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Serrano Intermediate Lake Forest | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,984
Median Home Value
$858,900
Median Rent
$2,614/mo
Population
66,461
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bella Montessori Schools
What grades does Bella Montessori Schools serve?
Bella Montessori Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Bella Montessori Schools?
Bella Montessori Schools has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bella Montessori Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Bella Montessori Schools is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Bella Montessori Schools a private school?
Yes, Bella Montessori Schools is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bella Montessori Schools a religious school?
No, Bella Montessori Schools is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 10
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 900-2420
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