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Grand Lake Montessori
Elementary School
466 CHETWOOD ST, Oakland, CA 94610
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Grand Lake Montessori
Grand Lake Montessori is an private elementary school in Oakland, CA 94610. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $130,435, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Grand Lake 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 3.8:1, Grand Lake 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, Grand Lake 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.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $178,523
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $146,009
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.82x — At Risk
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 98%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $3.2M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 19 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grand Lake Montessori compares to 89 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grand Lake Montessori (this school) | — |
| Cleveland Elementary | 6.9 |
| Piedmont Avenue Elementary | 8.0 |
| Bella Vista Elementary | 8.1 |
| Emerson Elementary | 8.3 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary | 7.2 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II | 7.0 |
| Hoover Elementary | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 8.6 |
| La Escuelita | 5.7 |
| Franklin Elementary | 7.8 |
| KIPP Bridge Academy | 8.2 |
| Yu Ming Charter | 7.2 |
| North Oakland Community Charter | 7.1 |
| Glenview Elementary | 8.1 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary | 4.2 |
| Hillcrest | 5.1 |
| Home and Hospital Program | — |
| Manzanita Community Elementary | 6.2 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary | 5.8 |
| Garfield Elementary | 4.9 |
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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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Address
- 466 CHETWOOD ST, Oakland, CA 94610
- Phone
- (510) 836-4313
- 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
466 CHETWOOD ST, Oakland, CA 94610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand Lake Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beach Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Piedmont). Another option is Emerson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, ST PAULS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Beach Elementary Piedmont | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Westlake Middle Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| St. Paul's Episcopal School Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| Saint Leo the Great School Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Piedmont Avenue Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| PACIFIC BOYCHOIR ACADEMY Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Street Academy Alternative High Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Wildwood Elementary Piedmont | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Oakland Technical High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Oakland High Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Millennium High Alternative Piedmont | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Piedmont High Piedmont | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Emerson Elementary Oakland | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Havens Elementary Piedmont | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| STARLITE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakland | 1.2 mi | — |
| Dewey Academy High Oakland | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,435
Median Home Value
$1,324,500
Median Rent
$2,184/mo
Population
32,675
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Grand Lake Montessori has a median household income of $130,435. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,324,500, with a median rent of $2,184/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grand Lake Montessori
What grades does Grand Lake Montessori serve?
Grand Lake Montessori serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Grand Lake Montessori?
Grand Lake Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Lake Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand Lake Montessori is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Grand Lake Montessori a private school?
Yes, Grand Lake 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 Grand Lake Montessori a religious school?
No, Grand Lake Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (9,182/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Oakland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- ALAMEDA
- Phone
- (510) 836-4313
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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