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#1067 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
Elementary School
32920 PACIFIC COAST HWY, Dana Point, CA 92629
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,067 of 1,787
In Dana Point
#1 of 3
public schools
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Monarch Bay Montessori Academy
Elementary School in Dana Point · grades Pre-K – 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 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Monarch Bay Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,067 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 56 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 6.2:1 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
Student Demographics
All Schools in Dana Point
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Monarch Bay Montessori Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| 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.
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
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), which scores notably higher. Another option is Capistrano Home/Virtual (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby San Juan Capistrano), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Malcom Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel), which scores slightly higher. 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 | — |
| 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 Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Monarch Bay Montessori Academy?
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monarch Bay Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Monarch Bay Montessori Academy is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Monarch Bay Montessori Academy rank in CA?
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy ranks #1,067 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Monarch Bay Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Monarch Bay Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Monarch 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 Monarch Bay Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Monarch 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
- 56
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (194) 924-0334
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