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Slater Montessori Academy

Elementary School

10316 SLATER AVE, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Private

Enrollment

12

Student-Teacher

6:1

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Slater Montessori Academy

Slater Montessori Academy is an private elementary school in Fountain Valley, CA 92708. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Pre-K – 2nd with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $111,797, where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a small city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 12 students, Slater Montessori Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, Slater Montessori Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Slater Montessori Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Slater Montessori Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Fountain Valley, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
25.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
12
This School
vs
553
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 41.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 33.3% vs 0%
White 25% vs 0%
Slater Montessori Academy Fountain Valley Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Slater Montessori Academy (this school)
Cox (James H.) Elementary 6.7
Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary 8.2
Gisler (Robert) Elementary 8.0
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary 7.9
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary 7.8
Ethan B. Allen Elementary 7.8
James Monroe Elementary 5.0
Courreges (Roch) Elementary 7.2

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 – 2nd
Enrollment
12 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Address
10316 SLATER AVE, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone
(714) 962-2799
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 41.7%
Hispanic 33.3%
White 25.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10316 SLATER AVE, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Slater Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Marshall Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Westminster). Another option is Thomas Paine Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove). Additionally, Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Fountain Valley, see our Fountain Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle Fountain Valley 0.3 mi 8.0
Cox (James H.) Elementary Fountain Valley 0.5 mi 6.7
Valley Vista High Fountain Valley 0.7 mi 6.4
Fountain Valley High Fountain Valley 0.8 mi 6.5
FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI CENTER Fountain Valley 0.9 mi 7.1
Plavan (Urbain H.) Elementary Fountain Valley 0.9 mi 8.2
Gisler (Robert) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.2 mi 8.0
Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary Fountain Valley 1.2 mi 7.9
Ethan B. Allen Elementary Fountain Valley 1.6 mi 7.8
MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach 1.6 mi 5.6
My First Montessori Huntington Beach 1.7 mi
Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove 1.7 mi 8.7
Brood of Bees Costa Mesa 1.6 mi
Los Amigos High Fountain Valley 1.6 mi 8.7
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.6 mi 7.8
James Monroe Elementary Fountain Valley 1.7 mi 5.0
Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley 1.6 mi 7.7
Vista View Middle Fountain Valley 1.7 mi 5.7
La Quinta High Westminster 2.0 mi 8.0
John Marshall Elementary Westminster 1.9 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,797

Median Home Value

$1,018,600

Median Rent

$2,507/mo

Population

56,358

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

43.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Slater Montessori Academy has a median household income of $111,797. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,018,600, with a median rent of $2,507/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Slater Montessori Academy

What grades does Slater Montessori Academy serve?

Slater Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Slater Montessori Academy?

Slater Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Slater Montessori Academy is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Slater Montessori Academy a private school?

Yes, Slater 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 Slater Montessori Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,975/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fountain Valley). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
12
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
ORANGE
Data Year
2022–2023

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