Very Good
#256 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 14% of private schools
Montessori School of Palm Springs
Elementary School
3692 E CHIA RD, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#256 of 1,787
In Palm Springs
#1 of 3
public schools
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Montessori School of Palm Springs
Elementary School in Palm Springs · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori School of Palm Springs
Montessori School of Palm Springs is a private elementary school in Palm Springs, CA. Montessori School of Palm Springs serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori School of Palm Springs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Montessori School of Palm Springs 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Montessori School of Palm Springs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori School of Palm Springs 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 School of Palm Springs compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Palm Springs, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori School of Palm Springs (this school) | 7.5 |
| Virtual Pre | — |
| Katherine Finchy Elementary | 5.3 |
| Desert Learning Academy | 7.1 |
| Cielo Vista Charter | 6.2 |
| Vista del Monte Elementary | 7.3 |
| Cahuilla Elementary | 5.1 |
| Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy | 5.6 |
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
3692 E CHIA RD, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori School of Palm Springs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista del Monte Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sunny Sands Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palm Springs, see our Palm Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Pre Palm Springs | 1.4 mi | — |
| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Palm Springs High Palm Springs | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Cielo Vista Charter Palm Springs | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Raymond Cree Middle Palm Springs | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Desert Learning Academy Palm Springs | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Katherine Finchy Elementary Palm Springs | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Desert Chapel Christian Palm Springs | 2.3 mi | — |
| Vista del Monte Elementary Palm Springs | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Cahuilla Elementary Palm Springs | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| King's Schools of the Desert Palm Springs | 3.6 mi | — |
| KING'S SCHOOLS OF THE DESERT Palm Springs | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92262 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,514
Median Home Value
$600,600
Median Rent
$1,420/mo
Population
26,064
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
54.9
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|---|---|
| Canyon Elementary Canyon, CA | 7.5 |
| Eel River Charter Covelo, CA | 7.5 |
| GUIDEPOST AT LAS FLORES Laguna Hills, CA | 7.5 |
| L.A. COUNTY FAIR ASSOC. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Pomona, CA | 7.5 |
| Pine Ridge Elementary Auberry, CA | 7.5 |
| ST MARY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori School of Palm Springs
What grades does Montessori School of Palm Springs serve?
Montessori School of Palm Springs serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Montessori School of Palm Springs?
Montessori School of Palm Springs has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Palm Springs?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of Palm Springs is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori School of Palm Springs rank in CA?
Montessori School of Palm Springs ranks #256 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Montessori School of Palm Springs's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori School of Palm Springs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori School of Palm Springs a private school?
Yes, Montessori School of Palm Springs 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 School of Palm Springs a religious school?
No, Montessori School of Palm Springs is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 195 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (760) 323-2502
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