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#177 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 10% of private schools

Montessori Hills Academy

Elementary School

612 PASEO DEL REY, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Private

Enrollment

48

Student-Teacher

2.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – TK

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#177 of 1,787

In Chula Vista

#2 of 10

public schools

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Montessori Hills Academy

7.7/10

Elementary School in Chula Vista · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rogers (greg) Elementary

4.6/10

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6.6/10

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About Montessori Hills Academy

Montessori Hills Academy is a private elementary school in Chula Vista, CA. Montessori Hills Academy serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 2.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.5 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 48 students, Montessori Hills 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 2.4:1 students to teachers, Montessori Hills Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Montessori Hills 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

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How Montessori Hills Academy compares to 63 public schools serving similar grades in Chula Vista, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.4:1
This School
vs
20.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
48
This School
vs
785
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 50% vs 0%
Asian 8.3% vs 0%
Montessori Hills Academy Chula Vista Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Montessori Hills Academy (this school) 7.7
Rogers (Greg) Elementary 4.6
Alta Vista Academy 6.6
Parkview Elementary 9.1
Halecrest Elementary 6.2
Leonardo da Vinci Health Sciences Charter 5.0
Kellogg (Karl H.) Elementary 6.1
Palomar Elementary 7.0
Hedenkamp (Anne and William) Elementary 7.0
Casillas (Joseph) Elementary 7.7
Discovery Charter 8.2
Rancho del Rey Middle 6.5
Cook (Hazel Goes) Elementary 6.3
Clear View 8.2
Valle Lindo Elementary 6.1
Hilltop Senior High 6.7
Hilltop Middle 4.5
Castle Park Elementary 6.9
Chula Vista Hills Elementary 6.3
Castle Park Senior High 6.4
Rohr (Fred H.) Elementary 6.0

Showing 20 of 63 schools. View all schools in Chula Vista

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,506
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Enrollment 48
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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)

Hispanic 50.0%
Two or More 41.7%
Asian 8.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

612 PASEO DEL REY, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montessori Hills Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkview Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Discovery Charter (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clear View (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chula Vista, see our Chula Vista schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Rogers (Greg) Elementary Chula Vista 0.4 mi 4.6
Alta Vista Academy Chula Vista 0.7 mi 6.6
Parkview Elementary Chula Vista 0.9 mi 9.1
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER-PASEO LADERA SAP Chula Vista 0.8 mi
Halecrest Elementary Chula Vista 0.9 mi 6.2
Leonardo da Vinci Health Sciences Charter Chula Vista 1.1 mi 5.0
Kellogg (Karl H.) Elementary Chula Vista 1.1 mi 6.1
Palomar Elementary Chula Vista 1.2 mi 7.0
Hedenkamp (Anne and William) Elementary Chula Vista 1.2 mi 7.0
Casillas (Joseph) Elementary Chula Vista 1.2 mi 7.7
Discovery Charter Chula Vista 1.4 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI EXPLORER ELEMENTARY Chula Vista 1.3 mi
Valle Lindo Elementary Chula Vista 1.5 mi 6.1
Clear View Chula Vista 1.5 mi 8.2
Rancho del Rey Middle Chula Vista 1.4 mi 6.5
Cook (Hazel Goes) Elementary Chula Vista 1.4 mi 6.3
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Chula Vista 1.6 mi 5.9
Rohr (Fred H.) Elementary Chula Vista 1.8 mi 6.0
Castle Park Senior High Chula Vista 1.8 mi 6.4
Castle Park Elementary Chula Vista 1.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91910 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,705

Median Home Value

$676,700

Median Rent

$1,930/mo

Population

77,957

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montessori Hills Academy

What grades does Montessori Hills Academy serve?

Montessori Hills Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.

How many students attend Montessori Hills Academy?

Montessori Hills Academy has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Hills Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Hills Academy is 2.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Montessori Hills Academy rank in CA?

Montessori Hills Academy ranks #177 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Montessori Hills Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Montessori Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Montessori Hills Academy a private school?

Yes, Montessori Hills 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 Hills Academy a religious school?

No, Montessori Hills Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
48
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
251 days
Setting
Large City
County
San Diego County

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