Very Good
#395 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 22% of private schools
Scripps Montessori School
Elementary School
9939 OLD GROVE RD, San Diego, CA 92131
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#395 of 1,787
In San Diego
#18 of 56
public schools
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Scripps Montessori School
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About Scripps Montessori School
Scripps Montessori School is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Scripps Montessori School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Scripps Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #395 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Scripps 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, Scripps Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Scripps 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 Scripps Montessori School compares to 240 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Scripps Montessori School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Marshall Middle | 8.8 |
| Wangenheim Middle | 6.5 |
| Miramar Ranch Elementary | 8.0 |
| Walker Elementary | 6.3 |
| Hage Elementary | 5.8 |
| Mason Elementary | 5.1 |
| Jerabek Elementary | 8.9 |
| Ericson Elementary | 8.6 |
| Jonas Salk Elementary | 8.7 |
| Hickman Elementary | 8.5 |
| Challenger Middle | 8.0 |
| Dingeman Elementary | 8.7 |
| Sandburg Elementary | 8.3 |
| Scripps Elementary | 8.9 |
| Canyon View Elementary | 8.0 |
| Park Village Elementary | 8.1 |
| Creekside Elementary | 8.0 |
| Morning Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
| Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego | 4.7 |
| San Diego Mission Academy | 3.6 |
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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.
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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
9939 OLD GROVE RD, San Diego, CA 92131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scripps Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jerabek Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dingeman Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ericson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRENS WORKSHOP San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Children's Workshop San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| Scripps Ranch High San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Wangenheim Middle San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Marshall Middle San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO SCRIPPS RANCH San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Fusion Academy San Diego Scripps Ranch San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Walker Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Miramar Ranch Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Hage Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Christ the Cornerstone Lutheran Academy San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| Chabad Hebrew Academy San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| Mason Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Mira Mesa High San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Jerabek Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Zensei Education San Diego | 1.9 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Dingeman Elementary San Diego | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Hickman Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$181,281
Median Home Value
$1,107,900
Median Rent
$3,143/mo
Population
35,831
College Educated
71.4%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scripps Montessori School
What grades does Scripps Montessori School serve?
Scripps Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Scripps Montessori School?
Scripps Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scripps Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Scripps Montessori School is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Scripps Montessori School rank in CA?
Scripps Montessori School ranks #395 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Scripps Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Scripps Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Scripps Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Scripps 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 Scripps Montessori School a religious school?
No, Scripps Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 566-3632
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