Very Good
#382 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 21% of private schools
Montessori on Elm
Elementary School
930 ELM AVE, Long Beach, CA 90813
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#382 of 1,787
In Long Beach
#6 of 22
public schools
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Montessori on Elm
Elementary School in Long Beach · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori on Elm
Montessori on Elm is a private elementary school in Long Beach, CA. Montessori on Elm serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori on Elm has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #382 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Montessori on Elm 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 4:1 students to teachers, Montessori on Elm sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori on Elm 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 on Elm compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Long Beach, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori on Elm (this school) | 7.2 |
| Jenny Oropeza Elementary | 3.9 |
| Stevenson Elementary | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 4.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.4 |
| Edison Elementary | 3.9 |
| Chavez Elementary | 4.6 |
| Whittier Elementary | 3.1 |
| Robinson Academy | 4.9 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary | 4.9 |
| Burbank Elementary | 6.2 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 5.2 |
| Olivia Nieto Herrera Elementary | 3.9 |
| Willard Elementary | 5.9 |
| Garfield Elementary | 5.2 |
| Mann Elementary | 5.7 |
| Birney Elementary | 6.8 |
| Hudson | 4.5 |
| Bryant Elementary | 6.6 |
| Fremont Elementary | 7.5 |
| Muir K-8 | 5.5 |
Showing 20 of 46 schools. View all schools in Long Beach
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
930 ELM AVE, Long Beach, CA 90813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori on Elm may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Stevenson Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montessori On Elm Long Beach | 0.0 mi | — |
| Renaissance High School for the Arts Long Beach | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Jenny Oropeza Elementary Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Stevenson Elementary Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANTHONY HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ANTHONY PARISH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Polytechnic High Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| We the People High Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Middle Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Franklin Classical Middle Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Educational Partnership High Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Edison Elementary Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HUNTINGTON ACADEMY Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| The Muse Academy Long Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| Chavez Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,302
Median Home Value
$543,700
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
51,689
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
15%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
33.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ON THE LAKE Lake Forest, CA | 7.2 |
| Oak Tree Community Day Palmdale, CA | 7.2 |
| RIVERSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Riverside, CA | 7.2 |
| SCRIPPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego, CA | 7.2 |
| Casterlin Elementary Blocksburg, CA | 7.3 |
| Fallsvale Forest Falls, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori on Elm
What grades does Montessori on Elm serve?
Montessori on Elm serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Montessori on Elm?
Montessori on Elm has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori on Elm?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori on Elm is 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 on Elm rank in CA?
Montessori on Elm ranks #382 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Montessori on Elm's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori on Elm has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori on Elm a private school?
Yes, Montessori on Elm 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 on Elm a religious school?
No, Montessori on Elm is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 17% M / 83% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 682-3492
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