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Coastal Sage Montessori
Elementary School
1400 Las Flores Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Coastal Sage Montessori
Coastal Sage Montessori is an private elementary school in Carlsbad, CA 92008. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $105,371, where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Coastal Sage Montessori is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1, Coastal Sage Montessori offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Coastal Sage Montessori operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Coastal Sage Montessori compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Carlsbad, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coastal Sage Montessori (this school) | — |
| Buena Vista Elementary | 8.2 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy | 4.7 |
| Valley Middle | 5.2 |
| Magnolia Elementary | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 5.6 |
| Hope Elementary | 7.8 |
| Kelly Elementary | 7.1 |
| Calavera Hills Elementary | 7.6 |
| Calavera Hills Middle | 7.1 |
| Pacific Rim Elementary | 6.5 |
| Aviara Oaks Elementary | 7.8 |
| Aviara Oaks Middle | 6.0 |
| Poinsettia Elementary | 8.9 |
| Carrillo Elementary | 4.3 |
| La Costa Meadows Elementary | 7.9 |
| El Camino Creek Elementary | 8.4 |
| La Costa Heights Elementary | 7.7 |
| Mission Estancia Elementary | 6.3 |
| Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary | 8.2 |
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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- 1400 Las Flores Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
- Phone
- (760) 405-4369
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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.
Location
1400 Las Flores Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coastal Sage Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Vista Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away). Another option is Magnolia Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, SANDERLING WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| CARLSBAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carlsbad | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Carlsbad | 0.8 mi | — |
| Carlsbad High Carlsbad | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy Carlsbad | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy Carlsbad | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CASA MONTESSORI DE CARLSBAD Carlsbad | 1.0 mi | — |
| Army and Navy Academy Carlsbad | 0.9 mi | — |
| ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY Carlsbad | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Valley Middle Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| South Oceanside Elementary Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SANDERLING WALDORF SCHOOL Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Magnolia Elementary Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Palmquist Elementary Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Oceanside Adventist Elementary Oceanside | 1.4 mi | — |
| OCEANSIDE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Lincoln Middle Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL Oceanside | 1.6 mi | — |
| California Accelerated Learning (CAL) Prep Oceanside | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,371
Median Home Value
$1,142,300
Median Rent
$2,343/mo
Population
27,707
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
42.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Coastal Sage Montessori has a median household income of $105,371. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,142,300, with a median rent of $2,343/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coastal Sage Montessori
What grades does Coastal Sage Montessori serve?
Coastal Sage Montessori serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Coastal Sage Montessori?
Coastal Sage Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coastal Sage Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Coastal Sage Montessori is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Coastal Sage Montessori a private school?
Yes, Coastal Sage Montessori is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,717/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Carlsbad). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego
- Phone
- (760) 405-4369
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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