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Dandy Lion Montessori School
Elementary School
1089 BADEN AVE, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Dandy Lion Montessori School
Elementary School in Grover Beach · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dandy Lion Montessori School
Dandy Lion Montessori School is a private elementary school in Grover Beach, CA. Dandy Lion Montessori School serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 4:1 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 8 students, Dandy Lion Montessori School 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 4:1 students to teachers, Dandy Lion Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dandy Lion Montessori School 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 Dandy Lion Montessori School compares to the 3 public schools in Grover Beach, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Grover Beach
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dandy Lion Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Grover Beach Elementary | 4.5 |
| Fairgrove Elementary | 7.0 |
| Grover Heights Elementary | 5.6 |
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
- 8 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- 1089 BADEN AVE, Grover Beach, CA 93433
- Phone
- (805) 481-1735
- 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
1089 BADEN AVE, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dandy Lion Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Arroyo Grande). Another option is Los Ranchos Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo). Additionally, Shell Beach Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Pismo Beach). For more schools in Grover Beach, see our Grover Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grover Beach Elementary Grover Beach | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Oceano Elementary Oceano | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Fairgrove Elementary Grover Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 1.8 mi | — |
| Valley View Adventist School Arroyo Grande | 2.1 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Arroyo Grande | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Judkins Middle Pismo Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 3.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo | 7.3 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,534
Median Home Value
$691,900
Median Rent
$1,921/mo
Population
12,684
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
40.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANGEL'S MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Alhambra, CA | — |
| ANGELS IN ACTION LEARNING CENTER Citrus Heights, CA | — |
| ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Concord, CA | — |
| APPLETREE MONTESSORI Mission Viejo, CA | — |
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande, CA | — |
| Achievers Academy Preschool North Hills, CA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dandy Lion Montessori School
What grades does Dandy Lion Montessori School serve?
Dandy Lion Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Dandy Lion Montessori School?
Dandy Lion Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dandy Lion Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dandy Lion Montessori School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Dandy Lion Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Dandy Lion Montessori School 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 Dandy Lion Montessori School a religious school?
No, Dandy Lion Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 8
- Gender Split
- 25% M / 75% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 240 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Phone
- (805) 481-1735
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