Very Good
#325 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 18% of private schools
Montessori School of San Diego
Elementary School
1323 W SPRUCE ST, San Diego, CA 92103
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#325 of 1,787
In San Diego
#12 of 56
public schools
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Montessori School of San Diego
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Museum
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About Montessori School of San Diego
Montessori School of San Diego is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Montessori School of San Diego serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori School of San Diego has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #325 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 School of San Diego 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 San Diego sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori School of San Diego 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 San Diego compares to 196 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori School of San Diego (this school) | 7.3 |
| Museum | 6.5 |
| Grant K-8 | 7.7 |
| Washington Elementary | 4.4 |
| Florence Elementary | 5.9 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter | 3.1 |
| iHigh Virtual Academy | 5.7 |
| Home & Hosp/Transition Support | 4.0 |
| Urban Discovery Academy Charter | 5.7 |
| Birney Elementary | 8.9 |
| Dewey Elementary | 7.1 |
| San Diego County Community | 5.6 |
| Empower Language Academy | 4.5 |
| ALBA | — |
| High Tech Elementary | 5.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 8.8 |
| Sherman Elementary | 7.5 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer | 3.0 |
| Loma Portal Elementary | 7.5 |
| McGill School of Success | 8.2 |
| Monarch | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 196 schools. View all schools in San Diego
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.
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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
1323 W SPRUCE ST, San Diego, CA 92103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori School of San Diego may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grant K-8 (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CITY TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Museum (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Museum San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Grant K-8 San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Vincent de Paul San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ACES 2020 LLC, DBA: Aces Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Florence Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| COMMUNITY TRANSITION ACADEMY San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter San Diego | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| ACES 2020 LLC DBA: ACES ACADEMY San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Montessori Explorer San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| City Tree Christian San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| CITY TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| San Diego Virtual San Diego | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| King-Chavez Community High San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| TRACE San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| iHigh Virtual Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Roosevelt International Middle San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| San Diego High San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| East Village Middle College High San Diego | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,887
Median Home Value
$986,800
Median Rent
$2,020/mo
Population
34,817
College Educated
63.3%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Casterlin Elementary Blocksburg, CA | 7.3 |
| Fallsvale Forest Falls, CA | 7.3 |
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook, CA | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI FAR HORIZONS Orange, 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 School of San Diego
What grades does Montessori School of San Diego serve?
Montessori School of San Diego serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Montessori School of San Diego?
Montessori School of San Diego has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of San Diego?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori School of San Diego 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 San Diego rank in CA?
Montessori School of San Diego ranks #325 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Montessori School of San Diego's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori School of San Diego 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 School of San Diego a private school?
Yes, Montessori School of San Diego 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 San Diego a religious school?
No, Montessori School of San Diego is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 295-7591
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