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#1766 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Riverside Montessori Academy

Elementary School

6200 PACHAPPA DR, Riverside, CA 92506

Private

Enrollment

45

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,766 of 1,787

In Riverside

#14 of 14

public schools

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Riverside Montessori Academy

3.6/10

Elementary School in Riverside · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pachappa Elementary

6.1/10

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About Riverside Montessori Academy

Riverside Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Riverside, CA. Riverside Montessori Academy serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,766 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.6 pts below CA schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 45 students, Riverside Montessori Academy 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.

Riverside Montessori Academy 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

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How Riverside Montessori Academy compares to 50 public schools serving similar grades in Riverside, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
This School
vs
22.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
45
This School
vs
589
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.6
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 66.7% vs 0%
White 8.9% vs 0%
Black 8.9% vs 0%
Asian 4.4% vs 0%
Riverside Montessori Academy Riverside Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Riverside Montessori Academy (this school) 3.6
Pachappa Elementary 6.1
Magnolia Elementary 6.0
California School for the Deaf-Riverside 5.0
Victoria Elementary 4.8
Alcott Elementary 5.1
Summit View Independent Study 5.9
Riverside Virtual 6.0
Washington Elementary 3.8
Riverside County Juvenile Court 5.7
Riverside County Special Education 3.2
Madison Elementary 5.0
Emerson Elementary 3.6
Longfellow Elementary 5.6
Mountain View Elementary 5.5
Bryant Elementary 6.7
Jefferson Elementary 4.2
Castle View Elementary 6.8
Fremont Elementary 5.4
Adams Elementary 4.6
REACH Leadership STEAM Academy 7.3

Showing 20 of 50 schools. View all schools in Riverside

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Enrollment 45
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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)

Hispanic 66.7%
Two or More 11.1%
White 8.9%
Black 8.9%
Asian 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6200 PACHAPPA DR, Riverside, CA 92506

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROWING PLACE (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TEMPLE BETH EL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CATHERINE OF ALEXANDRIA SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Pachappa Elementary Riverside 0.3 mi 6.1
Allegiant Christian School Riverside 0.6 mi
Magnolia Elementary Riverside 0.7 mi 6.0
California School for the Deaf-Riverside Riverside 0.8 mi 5.0
TEMPLE BETH EL CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Riverside 0.7 mi 6.6
Victoria Elementary Riverside 0.8 mi 4.8
Gateway College and Career Academy Riverside 1.0 mi 5.0
Polytechnic High Riverside 0.9 mi 6.3
WOODCREST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Riverside 1.0 mi 4.3
Raincross High (Continuation) Riverside 1.1 mi 6.1
Summit View Independent Study Riverside 1.1 mi 5.9
Central Middle Riverside 1.1 mi 4.6
Opportunity Program Riverside 1.1 mi 5.7
GROWING PLACE Riverside 1.0 mi 6.8
Matthew Gage Middle Riverside 1.2 mi 5.2
Alcott Elementary Riverside 1.0 mi 5.1
ST CATHERINE OF ALEXANDRIA SCHOOL Riverside 1.1 mi 6.3
Saint Catherine of Alexandria School Riverside 1.1 mi
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Riverside 1.2 mi 5.6
Riverside Virtual Riverside 1.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,877

Median Home Value

$634,900

Median Rent

$1,814/mo

Population

44,311

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

39.3

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TOWN & COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Norco, CA 3.5
Flournoy Elementary Flournoy, CA 3.8
MOLOKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hacienda Heights, CA 3.8
CERES CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Ceres, CA 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside Montessori Academy

What grades does Riverside Montessori Academy serve?

Riverside Montessori Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Riverside Montessori Academy?

Riverside Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Montessori Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Montessori Academy is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Riverside Montessori Academy rank in CA?

Riverside Montessori Academy ranks #1,766 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Riverside Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Riverside Montessori Academy a private school?

Yes, Riverside Montessori Academy 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 Riverside Montessori Academy a religious school?

No, Riverside Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
45
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Riverside County

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