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#719 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 40% of private schools
Fountainhead Montessori
Elementary School
949 CENTRAL AVE, Livermore, CA 94551
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#719 of 1,787
In Livermore
#6 of 6
public schools
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Fountainhead Montessori
Elementary School in Livermore · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fountainhead Montessori
Fountainhead Montessori is a private elementary school in Livermore, CA. Fountainhead Montessori serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fountainhead Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #719 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, Fountainhead 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Fountainhead Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fountainhead 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 Fountainhead Montessori compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Livermore, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fountainhead Montessori (this school) | 6.6 |
| Leo R. Croce Elementary | 6.0 |
| Altamont Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
| Andrew N. Christensen Middle | 7.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Elementary | 6.2 |
| Jackson Avenue Elementary | 7.0 |
| Vineyard Alternative | 7.1 |
| East Avenue Middle | 7.0 |
| Junction K-8 | 5.0 |
| Lawrence Elementary | 9.2 |
| Marylin Avenue Elementary | 5.3 |
| Rancho Las Positas Elementary | 8.0 |
| Sunset Elementary | 8.1 |
| Joe Michell | 7.7 |
| William Mendenhall Middle | 7.2 |
| Emma C. Smith Elementary | 8.4 |
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
949 CENTRAL AVE, Livermore, CA 94551
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fountainhead Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawrence Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Altamont Creek Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Livermore, see our Livermore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leo R. Croce Elementary Livermore | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Celebration Life Academy Livermore | 0.4 mi | — |
| Altamont Creek Elementary Livermore | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Andrew N. Christensen Middle Livermore | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Verity Academy East Bay Livermore | 1.2 mi | — |
| Arroyo Seco Elementary Livermore | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Jackson Avenue Elementary Livermore | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Vineyard Alternative Livermore | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| East Avenue Middle Livermore | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Junction K-8 Livermore | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Livermore High Livermore | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Michael School Livermore | 2.8 mi | — |
| Our Savior Lutheran School Livermore | 3.1 mi | — |
| VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Livermore | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN Livermore | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lawrence Elementary Livermore | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Del Valle Continuation High Livermore | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Marylin Avenue Elementary Livermore | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Sunset Elementary Livermore | 4.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Joe Michell Livermore | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94551 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,705
Median Home Value
$931,000
Median Rent
$2,589/mo
Population
38,739
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
39.6
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| Ann Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Covina, CA | 6.6 |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante, CA | 6.6 |
| HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Wilmington, CA | 6.6 |
| Leggett Valley Elementary Leggett, CA | 6.6 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fountainhead Montessori
What grades does Fountainhead Montessori serve?
Fountainhead Montessori serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Fountainhead Montessori?
Fountainhead Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fountainhead Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Fountainhead 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.
How does Fountainhead Montessori rank in CA?
Fountainhead Montessori ranks #719 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Fountainhead Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?
Fountainhead Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fountainhead Montessori a private school?
Yes, Fountainhead 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 Fountainhead Montessori a religious school?
No, Fountainhead Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (925) 579-0110
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