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#801 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 45% of private schools
Rancho Viejo Montessori School
Elementary School
29782 AVENIDA DE LAS BANDERA, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#801 of 1,787
In Rancho Santa Margarita
#2 of 5
public schools
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Rancho Viejo Montessori School
Elementary School in Rancho Santa Margarita · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rancho Viejo Montessori School
Rancho Viejo Montessori School is a private elementary school in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Rancho Viejo Montessori School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rancho Viejo Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #801 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Rancho Viejo 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Rancho Viejo Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rancho Viejo 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 Rancho Viejo Montessori School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rancho Viejo Montessori School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Arroyo Vista Middle | 9.1 |
| Arroyo Vista Elementary | 7.1 |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary | 7.6 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate | 7.6 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary | 5.6 |
| Melinda Heights Elementary | 5.9 |
| Trabuco Mesa Elementary | 7.6 |
| Las Flores Elementary | 8.1 |
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
29782 AVENIDA DE LAS BANDERA, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rancho Viejo Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philip J. Reilly Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Mission Viejo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tijeras Creek Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Trabuco Mesa Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rancho Santa Margarita, see our Rancho Santa Margarita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Arroyo Vista Middle Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SERRA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Junipero Serra Catholic School Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.6 mi | — |
| DBA MISSION HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Community Christian Schools dba RSM Christian School Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.6 mi | — |
| LIMAI MONTESSORI ACADEMY Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.6 mi | — |
| LiMai Montessori Academy RSM Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.6 mi | — |
| Foundations Cognitive Schools Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ocean View Nonpublic School Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.9 mi | — |
| OCEAN VIEW NPS Rancho Santa Margarita | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Rancho Santa Margarita | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| St. John's Episcopal Rancho Santa Margarita | 1.3 mi | — |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Philip J. Reilly Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Melinda Heights Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Trabuco Elementary Trabuco Canyon | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Trabuco Mesa Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92688 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,015
Median Home Value
$857,100
Median Rent
$2,508/mo
Population
43,937
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
39
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rancho Viejo Montessori School
What grades does Rancho Viejo Montessori School serve?
Rancho Viejo Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rancho Viejo Montessori School?
Rancho Viejo Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rancho Viejo Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rancho Viejo Montessori School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rancho Viejo Montessori School rank in CA?
Rancho Viejo Montessori School ranks #801 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Rancho Viejo Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rancho Viejo Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rancho Viejo Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Rancho Viejo 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 Rancho Viejo Montessori School a religious school?
No, Rancho Viejo Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 459-0199
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