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Midtown Montessori
Elementary School
987 BOSTWICK LN, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
1.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
1.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Midtown Montessori
Elementary School in Santa Cruz · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Midtown Montessori
Midtown Montessori is a private elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA. Midtown Montessori serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 1.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 5 students, Midtown 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.
At 1.3:1 students to teachers, Midtown Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Midtown 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
BetaHow Midtown Montessori compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Cruz, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Midtown Montessori (this school) | — |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center | 7.4 |
| Green Acres Elementary | 8.1 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter | 6.7 |
| De Laveaga Elementary | 6.8 |
| Live Oak Elementary | 7.5 |
| Del Mar Elementary | 6.7 |
| Gault Elementary | 6.0 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary | 5.4 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch | 6.7 |
| Alternative Family Education | 5.8 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 8.4 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education | 4.8 |
| Bay View Elementary | 6.1 |
| Brook Knoll Elementary | 7.0 |
| Westlake Elementary | 6.2 |
| Bonny Doon Elementary | 6.4 |
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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.3:1
- Address
- 987 BOSTWICK LN, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
- Phone
- (831) 423-2273
- 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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
987 BOSTWICK LN, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midtown Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Acres Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away). Another option is Live Oak Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Ocean Alternative Education Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Alternative Education Center Santa Cruz | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Green Acres Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter Santa Cruz | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Harbor High Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VHM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| VHM Christian School Santa Cruz | 0.5 mi | — |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Live Oak Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| De Laveaga Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Shoreline Middle Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Del Mar Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | — |
| SANTA CRUZ CHILDRENS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Soquel High Soquel | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,261
Median Home Value
$1,064,600
Median Rent
$2,291/mo
Population
36,047
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Midtown Montessori
What grades does Midtown Montessori serve?
Midtown Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Midtown Montessori?
Midtown Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midtown Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Midtown Montessori is 1.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Midtown Montessori a private school?
Yes, Midtown 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 Midtown Montessori a religious school?
No, Midtown Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 221 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Phone
- (831) 423-2273
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