Average
#863 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 48% of private schools
Montessori Children's Academy
Elementary School · Downey, CA
A private elementary school in Downey, CA serving grades Pre-K – 6th.
7515 FIRESTONE BLVD, Downey, CA 90241
- 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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 not available
View data sources
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
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Montessori Children's Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Los Angeles map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 82Very Walkable
- Bike 51Bikeable
- County Safety: Low245/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$84,375
Median home value
$770,100
Median rent
$1,884/mo
College educated
24.6%
Homeownership
41.3%
Poverty rate
9.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 90241; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williams (spencer V.) ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | K–3 | 0.3 mi | 691 | Compare → |
| Rio Hondo ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 7.6 | K–5 | 0.5 mi | 859 | Compare → |
| Creative BeginningsPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K–5 | 0.6 mi | 71 | Compare → |
| Old River ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.7 | 4–5 | 0.9 mi | 589 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Montessori Children's Academy is listed in Downey, CA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Montessori Children's Academy
Montessori Children's Academy is a private elementary school in Downey, CA, serving approximately 34 students in grades Pre-K-6th with a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #863 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
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.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (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
- Area population (ZIP 90241)
- 45,484
- Area average commute
- 32.7 min
- Area median age
- 35.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 90241; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
Related reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.