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#1146 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Heritage Montessori School
Elementary School
934 N HERITAGE DR, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,146 of 1,787
In Ridgecrest
#3 of 3
public schools
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Heritage Montessori School
Elementary School in Ridgecrest · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heritage Montessori School
Heritage Montessori School is a private elementary school in Ridgecrest, CA. Heritage Montessori School serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,146 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Heritage 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Heritage Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Heritage 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 Heritage Montessori School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Ridgecrest, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heritage Montessori School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Richmond Elementary | 5.9 |
| Las Flores Elementary | 5.0 |
| Pierce Elementary | 3.1 |
| Ridgecrest Elem Acad for Language Music and Sci | 4.7 |
| Gateway Elementary | 4.5 |
| Faller Elementary | 4.2 |
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
934 N HERITAGE DR, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richmond Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Las Flores Elementary (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ridgecrest, see our Ridgecrest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mesquite Continuation High Ridgecrest | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Ridgecrest Montessori Children's House Ridgecrest | 0.3 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ridgecrest | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Richmond Elementary Ridgecrest | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| RIDGECREST ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Ridgecrest | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary Ridgecrest | 0.7 mi | — |
| St. Thomas Ridgecrest | 0.8 mi | — |
| Murray Middle Ridgecrest | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Las Flores Elementary Ridgecrest | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Burroughs High Ridgecrest | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Long Point Academy Ridgecrest | 0.9 mi | — |
| HERITAGE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ridgecrest | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pierce Elementary Ridgecrest | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| James Monroe Middle Ridgecrest | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Ann Ridgecrest | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Ridgecrest | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Balas Montessori Home School Ridgecrest | 1.7 mi | — |
| Ridgecrest Elem Acad for Language Music and Sci Ridgecrest | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Gateway Elementary Ridgecrest | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Faller Elementary Ridgecrest | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93555 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,141
Median Home Value
$235,400
Median Rent
$1,180/mo
Population
33,629
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
16.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
35.9
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| MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Huntington Beach, CA | 5.9 |
| MURRIETA RANCH PRESCHOOL Murrieta, CA | 5.9 |
| SCHOLARS ACADEMY San Jose, CA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Montessori School
What grades does Heritage Montessori School serve?
Heritage Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Montessori School?
Heritage Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Montessori School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Heritage Montessori School rank in CA?
Heritage Montessori School ranks #1,146 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Heritage Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Heritage Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Heritage 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 Heritage Montessori School a religious school?
No, Heritage Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Gender Split
- 35% M / 65% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kern County
- Phone
- (760) 446-7459
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