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Cottonwood Montessori
Elementary School
4174 MOBLEY AVE, Riverside, CA 92505
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Cottonwood Montessori
Elementary School in Riverside · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cottonwood Montessori
Cottonwood Montessori is a private elementary school in Riverside, CA. Cottonwood Montessori serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 3.1:1 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 5 students, Cottonwood Montessori 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 3.1:1 students to teachers, Cottonwood Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cottonwood Montessori 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 Cottonwood Montessori compares to 50 public schools serving similar grades in Riverside, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cottonwood Montessori (this school) | — |
| Myra Linn Elementary | 4.5 |
| Collett Elementary | 4.4 |
| S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary | 5.5 |
| Liberty Elementary | 5.2 |
| La Granada Elementary | 4.8 |
| Foothill Elementary | 5.0 |
| Sunshine Special Education | 5.2 |
| Allan Orrenmaa Elementary | 5.1 |
| Phillip M. Stokoe Elementary | 4.4 |
| Harrison Elementary | 6.2 |
| Twinhill Elementary | 7.4 |
| Arlanza Elementary | 4.6 |
| Jackson Elementary | 3.8 |
| Valley View Elementary | 5.9 |
| Rosemary Kennedy Elementary | 4.3 |
| Terrace Elementary | 6.1 |
| Monroe Elementary | 5.3 |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 5.3 |
| Promenade Elementary | 7.0 |
| Adams Elementary | 4.6 |
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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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Address
- 4174 MOBLEY AVE, Riverside, CA 92505
- Phone
- (195) 174-1680
- 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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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4174 MOBLEY AVE, Riverside, CA 92505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Twinhill Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away). Another option is Harrison Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away). Additionally, S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Myra Linn Elementary Riverside | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Collett Elementary Riverside | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| La Sierra High Riverside | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Dynamic Hope Schools - Riverside Riverside | 0.8 mi | — |
| BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY RIVERSIDE Riverside | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Riverside | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Wells Middle Riverside | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| La Granada Elementary Riverside | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Liberty Elementary Riverside | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Foothill Elementary Riverside | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Mission View High Riverside | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Arizona Middle Riverside | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Allan Orrenmaa Elementary Riverside | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Sunshine Special Education Riverside | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Arlanza Elementary Riverside | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Twinhill Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Hillcrest High Riverside | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Phillip M. Stokoe Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Alvord High Riverside | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Harrison Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,528
Median Home Value
$520,800
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
53,063
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottonwood Montessori
What grades does Cottonwood Montessori serve?
Cottonwood Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Cottonwood Montessori?
Cottonwood Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Montessori is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Cottonwood Montessori a private school?
Yes, Cottonwood Montessori 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 Cottonwood Montessori a religious school?
No, Cottonwood Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (195) 174-1680
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