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Montessori Del Mar Community School
Elementary School
22850 N Highway 1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Montessori Del Mar Community School
Montessori Del Mar Community School is an private elementary school in Fort Bragg, CA 95437. The school serves approximately 47 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $55,061, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 47 students, Montessori Del Mar Community School 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.
As a private school, Montessori Del Mar Community School 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Montessori Del Mar Community School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Bragg, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Del Mar Community School (this school) | — |
| Fort Bragg Middle | 5.9 |
| Shelter Cove | — |
| Redwood Elementary | 7.8 |
| Dana Gray Elementary | 4.3 |
| Three Rivers Charter | 7.2 |
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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 47 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Address
- 22850 N Highway 1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
- Phone
- (707) 964-7311
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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.
Location
22850 N Highway 1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Del Mar Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mendocino K-8 (rated 8.1/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Mendocino). Another option is Redwood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away). Additionally, Three Rivers Charter (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away). For more schools in Fort Bragg, see our Fort Bragg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Bragg Middle Fort Bragg | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| San Jose Sanchez Del Rio Catholic School Fort Bragg | 2.3 mi | — |
| Noyo High (Continuation) Fort Bragg | 2.3 mi | — |
| Lighthouse Community Day Fort Bragg | 2.3 mi | — |
| Shelter Cove Fort Bragg | 2.3 mi | — |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Bragg | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Fort Bragg High Fort Bragg | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Dana Gray Elementary Fort Bragg | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Three Rivers Charter Fort Bragg | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Noyo Hill Private School Fort Bragg | 3.7 mi | — |
| Mendocino K-8 Mendocino | 11.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Mendocino Sunrise High Mendocino | 11.4 mi | — |
| Mendocino High Mendocino | 11.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Mendocino Alternative Mendocino | 11.4 mi | — |
| Albion Elementary Albion | 18.0 mi | — |
| Comptche Elementary Comptche | 18.0 mi | — |
| Sherwood Willits | 18.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Laytonville High Laytonville | 22.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Laytonville Elementary Laytonville | 22.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Leggett Valley High Leggett | 27.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,061
Median Home Value
$541,400
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
15,106
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
58%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
50.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Montessori Del Mar Community School has a median household income of $55,061. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $541,400, with a median rent of $1,367/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Del Mar Community School
What grades does Montessori Del Mar Community School serve?
Montessori Del Mar Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Montessori Del Mar Community School?
Montessori Del Mar Community School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Del Mar Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Del Mar Community School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Montessori Del Mar Community School a private school?
Yes, Montessori Del Mar Community School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,376/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fort Bragg). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Mendocino
- Phone
- (707) 964-7311
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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