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Pacific Explorer Montessori
Elementary School
22504 ERIEL AVE, Torrance, CA 90505
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Pacific Explorer Montessori
Elementary School in Torrance · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pacific Explorer Montessori
Pacific Explorer Montessori is a private elementary school in Torrance, CA. Pacific Explorer Montessori serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 5 students, Pacific Explorer Montessori 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 2.6:1 students to teachers, Pacific Explorer Montessori sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pacific Explorer Montessori 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 Pacific Explorer Montessori compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pacific Explorer Montessori (this school) | — |
| Hickory Elementary | 7.8 |
| Torrance Elementary | 5.5 |
| Howard Wood Elementary | 8.0 |
| Fern Elementary | 7.4 |
| John Adams Elementary | 7.2 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary | 7.4 |
| Walteria Elementary | 8.6 |
| Halldale Elementary | 7.5 |
| Meyler Street Elementary | 8.2 |
| Seaside Elementary | 8.2 |
| Anza Elementary | 8.5 |
| Victor Elementary | 5.4 |
| Van Deene Avenue Elementary | 7.9 |
| Riviera Elementary | 7.8 |
| Edison Elementary | 7.3 |
| Yukon Elementary | 6.7 |
| Arlington Elementary | 8.2 |
| Towers Elementary | 8.5 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 8.6 |
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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Address
- 22504 ERIEL AVE, Torrance, CA 90505
- Phone
- (310) 326-8070
- 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 score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
22504 ERIEL AVE, Torrance, CA 90505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Explorer Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Howard Wood Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is Hickory Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, Fern Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ambassador High School Torrance | 0.2 mi | — |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Hickory Elementary Torrance | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) Torrance | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Torrance Elementary Torrance | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day Torrance | 0.6 mi | — |
| Branch of Hope School Torrance | 0.7 mi | — |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Torrance High Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Howard Wood Elementary Torrance | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| First Lutheran Torrance | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fern Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| TORRANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | — |
| BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE CHILDRENS PLACE SCHOOL Torrance | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bread of Life Church School Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| J. H. Hull Middle Torrance | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Nishiyamato Academy Lomita | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,690
Median Home Value
$1,144,000
Median Rent
$2,338/mo
Population
35,605
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
44
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Explorer Montessori
What grades does Pacific Explorer Montessori serve?
Pacific Explorer Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Pacific Explorer Montessori?
Pacific Explorer Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Explorer Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Explorer Montessori is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Pacific Explorer Montessori a private school?
Yes, Pacific Explorer Montessori 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 Pacific Explorer Montessori a religious school?
No, Pacific Explorer Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 326-8070
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