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#863 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 48% of private schools
Montessori Children's Academy
Elementary School
7515 FIRESTONE BLVD, Downey, CA 90241
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#863 of 1,787
In Downey
#2 of 6
public schools
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Montessori Children's Academy
Elementary School in Downey · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Children's Academy
Montessori Children's Academy is a private elementary school in Downey, CA. Montessori Children's Academy serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Children's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #863 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Montessori Children's 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 4.1:1 students to teachers, Montessori Children's Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Children's 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 Montessori Children's Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Downey, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Children's Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary | 8.0 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary | 7.6 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle | 6.5 |
| Old River Elementary | 6.7 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle | 7.5 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary | 7.8 |
| Alameda Elementary | 6.3 |
| Imperial Elementary | 6.7 |
| Gallatin Elementary | 6.6 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle | 7.0 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle | 6.0 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary | 5.3 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary | 8.0 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary | 5.6 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary | 6.5 |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary | 6.9 |
| Nidorf Barry J. | — |
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
7515 FIRESTONE BLVD, Downey, CA 90241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Children's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Price (Maude) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 0.6 mi | — |
| Warren (Earl) High Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 0.8 mi | — |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Garfield Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Bell Gardens | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| St. Gertrude School Bell Gardens | 1.5 mi | — |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Around the World Children's Center Downey | 1.4 mi | — |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,375
Median Home Value
$770,100
Median Rent
$1,884/mo
Population
45,484
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
35.9
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| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HAYWARD Hayward, CA | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Children's Academy
What grades does Montessori Children's Academy serve?
Montessori Children's Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori Children's Academy?
Montessori Children's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Children's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Children's Academy is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Children's Academy rank in CA?
Montessori Children's Academy ranks #863 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Montessori Children's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Children's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Children's Academy a private school?
Yes, Montessori Children's 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 Montessori Children's Academy a religious school?
No, Montessori Children's Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 24% M / 76% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 202 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 928-3041
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