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Bright Star Montessori Academy
Elementary School
800 FRANCCSCA DR, Walnut, CA 91789
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Bright Star Montessori Academy
Elementary School in Walnut · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bright Star Montessori Academy
Bright Star Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Walnut, CA. Bright Star Montessori Academy serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 10:1 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 20 students, Bright Star Montessori Academy 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.
Bright Star Montessori Academy 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 Bright Star Montessori Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Walnut, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bright Star Montessori Academy (this school) | — |
| Stanley G. Oswalt Academy | 6.8 |
| Cyrus J. Morris Elementary | 8.0 |
| Vejar Elementary | 7.4 |
| Leonard G. Westhoff Elementary | 7.6 |
| Suzanne Middle | 6.8 |
| Ron Hockwalt Academies (Continuation) | 5.5 |
| Walnut High | 8.4 |
| Ybarra Academy for the Arts and Technology | 6.5 |
| Walnut Elementary | 8.5 |
| South Pointe Middle | 8.4 |
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
- 20 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 800 FRANCCSCA DR, Walnut, CA 91789
- Phone
- (626) 839-0822
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
800 FRANCCSCA DR, Walnut, CA 91789
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Star Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cyrus J. Morris Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away). Another option is Telesis Academy of Science & Math (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Covina). Additionally, Stanley G. Oswalt Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away). For more schools in Walnut, see our Walnut schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS #1065 West Covina | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| WALNUT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY West Covina | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Stanley G. Oswalt Academy Walnut | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Santana High (Continuation) Rowland Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Rowland Virtual Learning Academy La Puente | 1.0 mi | — |
| Nogales High La Puente | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Yu Family Private School La Puente | 1.2 mi | — |
| Giano Intermediate West Covina | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Rorimer Elementary La Puente | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Telesis Academy of Science & Math West Covina | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Villacorta Elementary La Puente | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Hollingworth Elementary West Covina | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Yorbita Elementary La Puente | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| St. Martha Elementary School Valinda | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST MARTHA SCHOOL La Puente | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Northam Elementary La Puente | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Cyrus J. Morris Elementary Walnut | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Hollencrest Middle West Covina | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Grandview College Preparatory Academy Valinda | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTH HILLS ACADEMY West Covina | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91789 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,742
Median Home Value
$936,800
Median Rent
$2,868/mo
Population
40,933
College Educated
53.2%
Homeownership
82.4%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
46.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Star Montessori Academy
What grades does Bright Star Montessori Academy serve?
Bright Star Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Bright Star Montessori Academy?
Bright Star Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Star Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bright Star Montessori Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Bright Star Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Bright Star Montessori Academy 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 Bright Star Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Bright Star Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 25% M / 75% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 240 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 839-0822
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