Very Good
#338 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 19% of private schools
Montessori Far Horizons
Elementary School
264 N MAIN ST, Orange, CA 92868
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#338 of 1,787
In Orange
#1 of 12
public schools
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Montessori Far Horizons
Elementary School in Orange · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Far Horizons
Montessori Far Horizons is a private elementary school in Orange, CA. Montessori Far Horizons serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Far Horizons has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Montessori Far Horizons 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, Montessori Far Horizons sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Far Horizons 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 Far Horizons compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Orange, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Far Horizons (this school) | 7.3 |
| Portola Middle | 4.5 |
| Sycamore Elementary | 6.3 |
| West Orange Elementary | 7.0 |
| Cambridge Elementary | 4.2 |
| Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter | 7.7 |
| Yorba Middle | 6.6 |
| Palmyra GATE Magnet | 7.5 |
| California iInspire Academy | 5.8 |
| Taft Elementary | 6.0 |
| OUSD Home Sch | 7.2 |
| OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy | 3.2 |
| OUSD Community Day | — |
| Handy Elementary | 6.2 |
| La Veta Elementary | 6.2 |
| Fletcher Mandarin Language & GATE Academy | 8.3 |
| Prospect Elementary | 7.0 |
| McPherson Magnet | 7.1 |
| Orange County Classical Academy | 5.5 |
| Esplanade Elementary | 4.1 |
| Jordan Academy of Language and Computer Science | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Orange
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
264 N MAIN ST, Orange, CA 92868
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Far Horizons may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Palmyra GATE Magnet (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Orange Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nobis Montessori Orange | 0.0 mi | — |
| Portola Middle Orange | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Sycamore Elementary Orange | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| West Orange Elementary Orange | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Unity Middle College High Orange | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Richland Continuation High Orange | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orange | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Orange | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Orange High Orange | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ACCESS Juvenile Hall Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Cambridge Elementary Orange | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Fairhaven Elementary Santa Ana | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Advanced Learning Academy Santa Ana | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CALIFORNIA KIDS CENTERS Santa Ana | 1.7 mi | — |
| Adelphia Classical Christian Academy Orange | 1.6 mi | — |
| Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter Orange | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Yorba Middle Orange | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Norbert Catholic School Orange | 1.9 mi | — |
| Palmyra GATE Magnet Orange | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| California iInspire Academy Orange | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92868 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,050
Median Home Value
$714,300
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
27,390
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
31.7%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
33.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Casterlin Elementary Blocksburg, CA | 7.3 |
| Fallsvale Forest Falls, CA | 7.3 |
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook, CA | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego, CA | 7.3 |
| Oak Run Elementary Oak Run, CA | 7.3 |
| Orcutt School for Independent Study Orcutt, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Far Horizons
What grades does Montessori Far Horizons serve?
Montessori Far Horizons serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Montessori Far Horizons?
Montessori Far Horizons has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Far Horizons?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Far Horizons is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Far Horizons rank in CA?
Montessori Far Horizons ranks #338 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Montessori Far Horizons's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Far Horizons has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Far Horizons a private school?
Yes, Montessori Far Horizons 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 Far Horizons a religious school?
No, Montessori Far Horizons is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 225 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (171) 499-7833
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