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Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
Elementary School
32920 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
Elementary School in Dana Point · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Dana Point, CA. Monarch Bay Montessori Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.6:1 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 42 students, Monarch 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Monarch Bay Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Monarch 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 Monarch Bay Montessori Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Dana Point, CA
All Schools in Dana Point
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Monarch Bay Montessori Academy (this school) | — |
| Dana Hills High | 8.0 |
| Richard Henry Dana Elementary | 6.5 |
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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 42 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Address
- 32920 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629
- Phone
- (949) 240-3344
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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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Location
32920 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monarch Bay Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moulton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel). Another option is Capistrano Home/Virtual (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby San Juan Capistrano). Additionally, John Malcom Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel). For more schools in Dana Point, see our Dana Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONARCH BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dana Point | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| John Malcom Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Richard Henry Dana Elementary Dana Point | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Dana Hills High Dana Point | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| KIE Montessori Laguna Niguel | 1.8 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI OF LAGUNA NIGUEL Laguna Niguel | 1.8 mi | — |
| St. Edward the Confessor Parish School Dana Point | 2.1 mi | — |
| ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ST EDWARD PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Del Obispo Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| West River Academy Dana Point | 2.5 mi | — |
| Marco Forster Middle San Juan Capistrano | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Moulton Elementary Laguna Niguel | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL JR ACADEMY Laguna Niguel | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| KENSINGTON MONTESSORRI SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 3.2 mi | — |
| Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy Laguna Niguel | 3.2 mi | — |
| George White Elementary Laguna Niguel | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| California Preparatory Academy San Juan Capistrano | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,731
Median Home Value
$1,212,400
Median Rent
$2,925/mo
Population
26,198
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
48.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
What grades does Monarch Bay Montessori Academy serve?
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Monarch Bay Montessori Academy?
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monarch Bay Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Monarch Bay Montessori Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Monarch Bay Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Monarch Bay Montessori Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 240-3344
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