Very Good
#134 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 7% of private schools
Peninsula Montessori School
Elementary School
31100 HAWTHORNE BLVD, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#134 of 1,787
In Rancho Palos Verdes
#1 of 4
public schools
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About Peninsula Montessori School
Peninsula Montessori School is a private elementary school in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Peninsula Montessori School serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Peninsula Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Peninsula Montessori School 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 3.9:1 students to teachers, Peninsula Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Peninsula Montessori School 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 Peninsula Montessori School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Peninsula Montessori School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Point Vicente Elementary | 7.8 |
| Vista Grande Elementary | 8.2 |
| Soleado Elementary | 8.6 |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary | 8.5 |
| Silver Spur Elementary | 8.7 |
| Mira Catalina Elementary | 8.4 |
| Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet | 7.0 |
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
31100 HAWTHORNE BLVD, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peninsula Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Soleado Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Montemalaga Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Palos Verdes Estates), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rancho Palos Verdes, see our Rancho Palos Verdes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PENINSULA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Palos Verdes | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PV Peninsula Montessori School Rancho Palos Verdes | 0.0 mi | — |
| Point Vicente Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Vista Grande Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Lunada Bay Elementary Palos Verdes Estates | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Palos Verdes Intermediate Palos Verdes Estates | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Faith Christian School PSP Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.1 mi | — |
| Ridgecrest Intermediate Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Palos Verdes High Palos Verdes Estates | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| St. John Fisher School Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHN FISHER SCHOOL Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| FUSION PALOS VERDES Rolling Hills Estates | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Fusion Academy, Palos Verdes Rolling Hills | 2.5 mi | — |
| Rolling Hill International School Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.5 mi | — |
| Montemalaga Elementary Palos Verdes Estates | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Palos Verdes Peninsula High Rolling Hills Estates | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Soleado Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy Rolling Hills | 2.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Rancho del Mar High (Continuation) Rolling Hills | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90275 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,212
Median Home Value
$1,543,300
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
41,367
College Educated
69.2%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
49.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla, CA | 7.8 |
| Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego, CA | 7.8 |
| Bolinas-Stinson Elementary Bolinas, CA | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Belmont, CA | 7.8 |
| Isleton Elementary Isleton, CA | 7.8 |
| Lee Vining Elementary Lee Vining, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peninsula Montessori School
What grades does Peninsula Montessori School serve?
Peninsula Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Peninsula Montessori School?
Peninsula Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peninsula Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Peninsula Montessori School is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Peninsula Montessori School rank in CA?
Peninsula Montessori School ranks #134 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Peninsula Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peninsula Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Peninsula Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Peninsula Montessori School 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 Peninsula Montessori School a religious school?
No, Peninsula Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 131
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 544-3099
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