Below Average
#1588 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Montessori Childrens School
Elementary School
4200 S HIGUERA ST, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,588 of 1,787
In San Luis Obispo
#3 of 4
public schools
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Montessori Childrens School
Elementary School in San Luis Obispo · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Childrens School
Montessori Childrens School is a private elementary school in San Luis Obispo, CA. Montessori Childrens School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Childrens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,588 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Montessori Childrens School 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, Montessori Childrens School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Childrens School 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 Childrens School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in San Luis Obispo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Childrens School (this school) | 4.9 |
| C L Smith Elementary | 8.4 |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.6 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary | 8.3 |
| PEEP - PREPARE | — |
| Los Ranchos Elementary | 7.9 |
| Pacheco Elementary | 7.4 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary | 7.2 |
| Teach Elementary | 8.2 |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter | 7.1 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court | — |
| San Luis County Special Education | — |
| San Luis Obispo County Community | 5.1 |
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
4200 S HIGUERA ST, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Childrens School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sinsheimer Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 2.4 mi | — |
| MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School San Luis Obispo | 2.8 mi | — |
| Old Mission School San Luis Obispo | 2.8 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo | 3.1 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 3.9 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo Classical Academy San Luis Obispo | 3.9 mi | — |
| Teach Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter San Luis Obispo | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,386
Median Home Value
$943,500
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
29,995
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Childrens School
What grades does Montessori Childrens School serve?
Montessori Childrens School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori Childrens School?
Montessori Childrens School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Childrens School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Childrens School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Childrens School rank in CA?
Montessori Childrens School ranks #1,588 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Montessori Childrens School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Childrens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Childrens School a private school?
Yes, Montessori Childrens School 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 Childrens School a religious school?
No, Montessori Childrens School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Phone
- (805) 544-6691
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