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#1101 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Diablo Valley Montessori School
Elementary School
3390 DEER HILL RD, Lafayette, CA 94549
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,101 of 1,787
In Lafayette
#4 of 6
public schools
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About Diablo Valley Montessori School
Diablo Valley Montessori School is a private elementary school in Lafayette, CA. Diablo Valley Montessori School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 3.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Diablo Valley Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,101 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Diablo Valley 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 3.6:1 students to teachers, Diablo Valley Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Diablo Valley 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 Diablo Valley Montessori School compares to the 6 public schools in Lafayette, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lafayette
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Diablo Valley Montessori School (this school) | 6.0 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle | 8.9 |
| Acalanes High | 8.6 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 8.7 |
| Springhill Elementary | 9.1 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 7.7 |
| Burton Valley Elementary | 7.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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
3390 DEER HILL RD, Lafayette, CA 94549
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Diablo Valley Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springhill Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lafayette Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burton Valley Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Diablo Valley Montessori Lafayette | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE CHILD DAY SCHOOL - LAFAYETTE Lafayette | 0.1 mi | — |
| THE SPRINGSTONE SCHOOL Lafayette | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| The Springstone School Lafayette | 0.4 mi | — |
| CENTER OF ARTS TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE Lafayette | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle Lafayette | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Lafayette Elementary Lafayette | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Springhill Elementary Lafayette | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Acalanes High Lafayette | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| St. Perpetua Lafayette | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST PERPETUA SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| MEHER SCHOOLS Lafayette | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Meher Schools, The Lafayette | 1.2 mi | — |
| Contra Costa Jewish Day School Lafayette | 1.6 mi | — |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lafayette | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Campolindo High Moraga | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Burton Valley Elementary Lafayette | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CONTRA COSTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,195
Median Home Value
$1,968,500
Median Rent
$2,902/mo
Population
28,247
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Diablo Valley Montessori School
What grades does Diablo Valley Montessori School serve?
Diablo Valley Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Diablo Valley Montessori School?
Diablo Valley Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Diablo Valley Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Diablo Valley Montessori School is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Diablo Valley Montessori School rank in CA?
Diablo Valley Montessori School ranks #1,101 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Diablo Valley Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Diablo Valley Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Diablo Valley Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Diablo Valley 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 Diablo Valley Montessori School a religious school?
No, Diablo Valley Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 283-6036
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