Below Average

#1580 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Kinderland Montessori

Elementary School

625 OTAY LAKES RD, Chula Vista, CA 91913

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,580 of 1,787

In Chula Vista

#9 of 10

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About Kinderland Montessori

Kinderland Montessori is a private elementary school in Chula Vista, CA. Kinderland Montessori serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kinderland Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,580 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.3 pts below CA schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 42 students, Kinderland 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.

Kinderland 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

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How Kinderland Montessori compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Chula Vista, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.5:1

This School

21:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

618

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 42.9% vs 0%

White 38.1% vs 0%

Asian 14.3% vs 0%

Black 4.8% vs 0%

Kinderland Montessori Chula Vista Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Kinderland Montessori (this school)	—	42	14.5:1	4.9
Discovery Charter	0.8 mi	968	24.2:1	8.2
Tiffany (Burton C.) Elementary	0.9 mi	516	21.5:1	5.7
Chula Vista Hills Elementary	0.9 mi	456	24:1	6.3
EastLake Elementary	1.3 mi	547	18.9:1	8.8
Casillas (Joseph) Elementary	1.5 mi	468	18.7:1	7.7
Heritage Elementary	1.7 mi	765	23.9:1	7.6
McMillin (Corky) Elementary	1.7 mi	696	21.8:1	7.9
Liberty Elementary	1.9 mi	574	21.3:1	8.4
Clear View	2.3 mi	501	20.9:1	8.2
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary	2.4 mi	470	21.4:1	7.9
Hedenkamp (Anne and William) Elementary	2.4 mi	894	22.9:1	7.0
Veterans Elementary	2.4 mi	814	20.9:1	8.3
Olympic View Elementary	2.5 mi	580	22.3:1	6.8
Halecrest Elementary	2.5 mi	431	20.5:1	6.2
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary	2.5 mi	1,104	25.7:1	6.4
Rogers (Greg) Elementary	2.6 mi	355	16.1:1	4.6
Parkview Elementary	2.9 mi	383	19.1:1	9.1
Arroyo Vista Charter	3.1 mi	924	24.3:1	5.3
Leonardo da Vinci Health Sciences Charter	3.2 mi	263	16.4:1	5.0
Wolf Canyon Elementary	3.2 mi	923	24.3:1	8.6

Showing 20 of 44 schools. View all schools in Chula Vista

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

B- 4.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,092

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.9 / 10

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Enrollment 42

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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)

Hispanic 42.9%

White 38.1%

Asian 14.3%

Black 4.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

625 OTAY LAKES RD, Chula Vista, CA 91913

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kinderland Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EastLake Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Liberty Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Discovery Charter (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chula Vista, see our Chula Vista schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Mindful Montessori School Chula Vista	0.0 mi	24	—
Bonita Vista Middle Chula Vista	0.1 mi	927	6.2
Bonita Vista Senior High Chula Vista	0.5 mi	2,049	6.7
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chula Vista	0.6 mi	331	6.5
Chula Vista Hills Elementary Chula Vista	0.9 mi	456	6.3
Discovery Charter Chula Vista	0.8 mi	968	8.2
Tiffany (Burton C.) Elementary Chula Vista	0.9 mi	516	5.7
Rancho del Rey Middle Chula Vista	1.4 mi	1,625	6.5
Casillas (Joseph) Elementary Chula Vista	1.5 mi	468	7.7
EastLake Elementary Chula Vista	1.3 mi	547	8.8
Heritage Elementary Chula Vista	1.7 mi	765	7.6
Sunnyside Elementary Bonita	1.7 mi	443	7.0
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER-PASEO LADERA SAP Chula Vista	1.7 mi	26	—
McMillin (Corky) Elementary Chula Vista	1.7 mi	696	7.9
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chula Vista	1.7 mi	385	8.0
Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita	1.7 mi	405	7.4
Liberty Elementary Chula Vista	1.9 mi	574	8.4
Otay Ranch Senior High Chula Vista	2.2 mi	2,546	6.9
Hedenkamp (Anne and William) Elementary Chula Vista	2.4 mi	894	7.0
MONTESSORI HILLS ACADEMY Chula Vista	2.2 mi	48	7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,412

Median Home Value

$750,000

Median Rent

$2,863/mo

Population

57,067

College Educated

40.2%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kinderland Montessori

What grades does Kinderland Montessori serve?

Kinderland Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Kinderland Montessori?

Kinderland Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kinderland Montessori?

The student-teacher ratio at Kinderland Montessori is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kinderland Montessori rank in CA?

Kinderland Montessori ranks #1,580 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Kinderland Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?

Kinderland Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kinderland Montessori a private school?

Yes, Kinderland 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 Kinderland Montessori a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 35 Some Transit
Bike Score: 26 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 42
Gender Split: 26% M / 74% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 182 days
Setting: Large City
County: San Diego County
Phone: (619) 479-4007

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