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Mission Montessori
Elementary School
26763 PLZ, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Mission Montessori
Elementary School in Mission Viejo · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mission Montessori
Mission Montessori is a private elementary school in Mission Viejo, CA. Mission Montessori serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 7:1 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 14 students, Mission 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 7:1 students to teachers, Mission Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mission 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 Mission Montessori compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Mission Viejo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Montessori (this school) | — |
| Carl Hankey Elementary | 7.7 |
| Carl Hankey Middle | 8.4 |
| Viejo Elementary | 7.8 |
| Bathgate Elementary | 8.1 |
| Capistrano Valley High | 7.9 |
| Linda Vista Magnet Elementary | 5.6 |
| La Paz Intermediate | 7.8 |
| Esperanza Education Center | 3.8 |
| Mission Viejo High | 7.3 |
| Fred Newhart Middle | 7.7 |
| De Portola Elementary | 7.9 |
| Del Cerro Elementary | 7.6 |
| SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) | 6.8 |
| Montevideo Elementary | 6.0 |
| Castille Elementary | 9.0 |
| La Tierra Early Childhood Center | — |
| Philip J. Reilly Elementary | 9.0 |
| Los Alisos Intermediate | 6.3 |
| Silverado High | 5.6 |
| Glen Yermo Elementary | 7.9 |
Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Mission Viejo
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 – TK
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 26763 PLZ, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- Phone
- (949) 582-3956
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
26763 PLZ, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ladera Ranch Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ladera Ranch). Another option is Chaparral Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ladera Ranch). Additionally, Marian Bergeson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel). For more schools in Mission Viejo, see our Mission Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Viejo Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Carl Hankey Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Carl Hankey Middle Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| MARGUERITE CHRISTIAN PRE SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Marguerite Christian School Mission Viejo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Armenta Learning Academy Laguna Niguel | 1.0 mi | — |
| SUNFLOWER MONTESSORI Mission Viejo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bathgate Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Capistrano Valley High Mission Viejo | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Stoneybrooke Christian School San Juan Capistrano | 1.8 mi | — |
| STONEYBROOKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Marian Bergeson Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| PACIFIC PRESCHOOL Ladera Ranch | 1.6 mi | — |
| Ladera Ranch Middle Ladera Ranch | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Ladera Ranch Elementary Ladera Ranch | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Chaparral Elementary Ladera Ranch | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Sonrisa School Mission Viejo | 2.0 mi | — |
| Linda Vista Magnet Elementary Mission Viejo | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Oso Grande Elementary Ladera Ranch | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| La Paz Intermediate Mission Viejo | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,779
Median Home Value
$916,800
Median Rent
$2,517/mo
Population
46,618
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
44.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Montessori
What grades does Mission Montessori serve?
Mission Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Mission Montessori?
Mission Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Montessori is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mission Montessori a private school?
Yes, Mission Montessori is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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 Montessori a religious school?
Mission Montessori has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 14
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 582-3956
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