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Montessori Child Development Center
Elementary School
8196 MULBERRY AVE, Fontana, CA 92335
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Montessori Child Development Center
Montessori Child Development Center is an private elementary school in Fontana, CA 92335. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades Kindergarten – 2nd with a student-teacher ratio of 5.6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,198, where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Montessori Child Development Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.6:1, Montessori Child Development Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Montessori Child Development Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $33,530
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $36,813
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.10x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 99%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $209,515
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 20 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Montessori Child Development Center compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Fontana, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Child Development Center (this school) | — |
| West Heritage Elementary | 6.8 |
| Almond Elementary | 4.8 |
| East Heritage Elementary | 7.0 |
| Redwood Elementary | 5.0 |
| Hemlock Elementary | 6.7 |
| Live Oak Elementary | 7.9 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary | 5.4 |
| Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary | 8.2 |
| West Randall Elementary | 4.1 |
| Dorothy Grant Innovations Academy | 7.5 |
| Tokay Elementary | 5.4 |
| Citrus Elementary | 8.0 |
| Oleander Elementary | 5.4 |
| Poplar Elementary | 7.5 |
| Date Elementary | 8.7 |
| Kathy Binks Elementary | 7.1 |
| David W. Long Elementary | 6.7 |
| Juniper Elementary | 4.9 |
| Randall Pepper Elementary | 5.6 |
| Cypress Elementary | 6.6 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Fontana
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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Address
- 8196 MULBERRY AVE, Fontana, CA 92335
- Phone
- (909) 428-3231
- 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8196 MULBERRY AVE, Fontana, CA 92335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Child Development Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Live Oak Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away). Another option is ST MARY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cucamonga). Additionally, East Heritage Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scholarshine Montessori Fontana | 0.0 mi | — |
| West Heritage Elementary Fontana | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Amazing Stars Academy United Fontana | 0.7 mi | — |
| Almond Elementary Fontana | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| East Heritage Elementary Fontana | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Perdew Elementary Etiwanda | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL-FONTANA Fontana | 1.1 mi | — |
| Heritage Intermediate Fontana | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Redwood Elementary Fontana | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Grapeland Elementary Etiwanda | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Etiwanda High Etiwanda | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Etiwanda Intermediate Etiwanda | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Hemlock Elementary Fontana | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Live Oak Elementary Fontana | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Windrows Elementary Etiwanda | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon Oro Grande | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Sequoia Middle Fontana | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,198
Median Home Value
$433,600
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
95,295
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
31.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Montessori Child Development Center has a median household income of $75,198. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $433,600, with a median rent of $1,636/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Child Development Center
What grades does Montessori Child Development Center serve?
Montessori Child Development Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Montessori Child Development Center?
Montessori Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Child Development Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Child Development Center is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Montessori Child Development Center a private school?
Yes, Montessori Child Development Center 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 Montessori Child Development Center a religious school?
No, Montessori Child Development Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,492/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fontana). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- SAN BERNARDINO
- Phone
- (909) 428-3231
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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