Very Good
#233 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 13% of private schools
Maria Montessori School
Elementary School
4544 POCAHONTAS AVE, San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#233 of 1,787
In San Diego
#6 of 56
public schools
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Maria Montessori School
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maria Montessori School
Maria Montessori School is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Maria Montessori School serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Maria 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.
Maria 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 Maria Montessori School compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maria Montessori School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Cadman Elementary | 9.0 |
| Field Elementary | 8.8 |
| Whitman Elementary | 6.1 |
| Alcott Elementary | 7.5 |
| John Muir Language Academy | 5.0 |
| Marston Middle | 8.5 |
| Mt. Everest Academy | 9.2 |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.2 |
| Holmes Elementary | 9.2 |
| Whittier K-12 | 3.5 |
| Toler Elementary | 8.0 |
| Spreckels Elementary | 8.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa | 7.5 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa | 7.1 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts | 5.2 |
| Sequoia Elementary | 6.9 |
| Sessions Elementary | 7.9 |
| Barnard Elementary | 9.2 |
| Standley Middle | 8.5 |
| Riley/New Dawn | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 248 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
4544 POCAHONTAS AVE, San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barnard Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cadman Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cadman Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Field Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Clairemont High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Marston Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Toler Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Holmes Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Whittier K-12 San Diego | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Spreckels Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Standley Middle San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,286
Median Home Value
$914,400
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Montessori School
What grades does Maria Montessori School serve?
Maria Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Maria Montessori School?
Maria Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria Montessori School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Maria Montessori School rank in CA?
Maria Montessori School ranks #233 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Maria Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Maria Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Maria 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 Maria Montessori School a religious school?
No, Maria Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 270-9350
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