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Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr
Elementary School
2246 W EL CAMINO REAL, Mountain View, CA 94040
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr
Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr is an private elementary school in Mountain View, CA 94040. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 2.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $184,494, where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 5 students, Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.5:1, Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Mountain View, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr (this school) | — |
| Gabriela Mistral Elementary | 5.1 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary | 3.5 |
| Monta Loma Elementary | 7.3 |
| Stevenson Elementary | 8.8 |
| Theuerkauf Elementary | 4.3 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary | 7.8 |
| Springer Elementary | 9.3 |
| Edith Landels Elementary | 8.1 |
| Amy Imai Elementary | 7.3 |
| Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary | 8.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Address
- 2246 W EL CAMINO REAL, Mountain View, CA 94040
- Phone
- (650) 422-1224
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
2246 W EL CAMINO REAL, Mountain View, CA 94040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bullis Charter (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Los Altos). Another option is Santa Rita Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Altos). Additionally, Almond Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Altos). For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gabriela Mistral Elementary Mountain View | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Los Altos | 0.6 mi | — |
| School for Independent Learners Los Altos | 0.6 mi | — |
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Bullis Charter Los Altos | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Los Altos High Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Mountain View | 0.7 mi | — |
| Monta Loma Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Ardis G. Egan Junior High Los Altos | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Canterbury Christian School Los Altos | 1.0 mi | — |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | — |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Santa Rita Elementary Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| KHAN LAB SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$184,494
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,017/mo
Population
35,581
College Educated
77.9%
Homeownership
36.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
34.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr has a median household income of $184,494. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,017/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr
What grades does Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr serve?
Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr?
Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr a private school?
Yes, Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr 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 Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr a religious school?
No, Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Ctr is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,103/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mountain View). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- SANTA CLARA
- Phone
- (650) 422-1224
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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