Excellent
#19 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 1% of private schools
Mission Bay Montessori Academy
Elementary School
2640 SODERBLOM AVE, San Diego, CA 92122
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#19 of 1,787
In San Diego
#1 of 56
public schools
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Mission Bay Montessori Academy
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mission Bay Montessori Academy
Mission Bay Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Mission Bay Montessori Academy serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Bay Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Mission Bay Montessori Academy 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, Mission Bay Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mission Bay Montessori Academy 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 Mission Bay Montessori Academy compares to 240 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Bay Montessori Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| Alcott Elementary | 7.5 |
| Spreckels Elementary | 8.1 |
| Doyle Elementary | 8.1 |
| Standley Middle | 8.5 |
| Whitman Elementary | 6.1 |
| Curie Elementary | 8.6 |
| Cadman Elementary | 9.0 |
| Field Elementary | 8.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.2 |
| Sessions Elementary | 7.9 |
| John Muir Language Academy | 5.0 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts | 5.2 |
| Pacific Beach Elementary | 7.6 |
| Barnard Elementary | 9.2 |
| Marston Middle | 8.5 |
| Mt. Everest Academy | 9.2 |
| Sequoia Elementary | 6.9 |
| Pacific Beach Middle | 9.4 |
| Innovation Middle | 7.4 |
| Toler Elementary | 8.0 |
Showing 20 of 240 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.
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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
2640 SODERBLOM AVE, San Diego, CA 92122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Bay Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cadman Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Field Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Curie Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Spreckels Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Doyle Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary La Jolla | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| SAN DIEGO FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| San Diego French-American School La Jolla | 1.3 mi | — |
| Standley Middle San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| BETH MONTESSORI La Jolla | 1.6 mi | — |
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla | 1.4 mi | — |
| The Evans School La Jolla | 1.5 mi | — |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Cadman Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CHILDRENS SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| Curie Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| University City High San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Field Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| TORAH HIGH SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,825
Median Home Value
$1,005,000
Median Rent
$2,601/mo
Population
45,437
College Educated
74.3%
Homeownership
33.6%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Bay Montessori Academy
What grades does Mission Bay Montessori Academy serve?
Mission Bay Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mission Bay Montessori Academy?
Mission Bay Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Bay Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Bay Montessori Academy is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mission Bay Montessori Academy rank in CA?
Mission Bay Montessori Academy ranks #19 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mission Bay Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Bay Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mission Bay Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Mission Bay Montessori Academy 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 Mission Bay Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Mission Bay Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Gender Split
- 76% M / 24% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 457-5895
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