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#290 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 16% of private schools

Kinderhouse Montessori School

Elementary School

6540 FLANDERS DR, San Diego, CA 92121

Private

Enrollment

46

Student-Teacher

3.5:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#290 of 1,787

In San Diego

#11 of 56

public schools

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Kinderhouse Montessori School

7.4/10

Elementary School in San Diego · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kinderhouse Montessori School

Kinderhouse Montessori School is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Kinderhouse Montessori School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kinderhouse Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #290 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.2 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 46 students, Kinderhouse 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Kinderhouse Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kinderhouse 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

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How Kinderhouse Montessori School compares to 198 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
This School
vs
22.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
46
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.2% vs 0%
Asian 19.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 13% vs 0%
Kinderhouse Montessori School San Diego Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Kinderhouse Montessori School (this school) 7.4
Jonas Salk Elementary 8.7
Hickman Elementary 8.5
Sage Canyon 9.0
Sandburg Elementary 8.3
Mason Elementary 5.1
Ocean Air 9.2
Ericson Elementary 8.6
Torrey Hills 8.5
Park Village Elementary 8.1
Walker Elementary 6.3
Hage Elementary 5.8
Sycamore Ridge 7.6
Carmel Del Mar Elementary 9.3
Pacific Sky 9.3
Canyon View Elementary 8.0
Ashley Falls Elementary 8.4
Curie Elementary 8.6
Doyle Elementary 8.1
Solana Ranch Elementary 9.4
Carmel Creek Elementary 9.1

Showing 20 of 198 schools. View all schools in San Diego

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,980
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Enrollment 46
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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)

White 65.2%
Asian 19.6%
Hispanic 13.0%
Native American 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6540 FLANDERS DR, San Diego, CA 92121

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kinderhouse Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean Air (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sage Canyon (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jonas Salk Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego San Diego 0.6 mi 4.7
Via Talentum Academy San Diego 1.0 mi
Challenger Middle San Diego 1.2 mi 8.0
Jonas Salk Elementary San Diego 1.2 mi 8.7
Willow Ridge Academy San Diego 1.5 mi
Hickman Elementary San Diego 1.5 mi 8.5
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego 1.7 mi 5.9
Sage Canyon San Diego 2.0 mi 9.0
Sandburg Elementary San Diego 2.0 mi 8.3
Zensei Education San Diego 2.0 mi
Mira Mesa High San Diego 2.0 mi 7.8
Mason Elementary San Diego 2.1 mi 5.1
Park Village Elementary San Diego 2.8 mi 8.1
Ocean Air San Diego 2.6 mi 9.2
Ericson Elementary San Diego 2.7 mi 8.6
Christ the Cornerstone Lutheran Academy San Diego 2.7 mi
Torrey Hills San Diego 2.8 mi 8.5
TORAH HIGH SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego 3.1 mi 6.5
LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL La Jolla 3.1 mi 6.8
La Jolla Country Day School La Jolla 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,795

Median Home Value

$1,091,600

Median Rent

$2,537/mo

Population

4,157

College Educated

74.9%

Homeownership

48.9%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

32.7

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FRONTIERS ACADEMY Costa Mesa, CA 7.4
Grace Smith Elementary Niland, CA 7.4
Eel River Charter Covelo, CA 7.5
GUIDEPOST AT LAS FLORES Laguna Hills, CA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kinderhouse Montessori School

What grades does Kinderhouse Montessori School serve?

Kinderhouse Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Kinderhouse Montessori School?

Kinderhouse Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kinderhouse Montessori School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kinderhouse Montessori School 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 Kinderhouse Montessori School rank in CA?

Kinderhouse Montessori School ranks #290 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Kinderhouse Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kinderhouse Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kinderhouse Montessori School a private school?

Yes, Kinderhouse 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 Kinderhouse Montessori School a religious school?

No, Kinderhouse Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
46
Gender Split
87% M / 13% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
9 hours
Days Per Year
220 days
Setting
Large City
County
San Diego County

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