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Smart Start Montessori
Elementary School
6221 LINCOLN AVE, Buena Park, CA 90620
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Strong
About Smart Start Montessori
Smart Start Montessori is an private elementary school in Buena Park, CA 90620. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $122,582, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, Smart Start Montessori 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.
As a private school, Smart Start Montessori 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
BetaHow Smart Start Montessori compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Buena Park, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Smart Start Montessori (this school) | — |
| San Marino Elementary | 5.9 |
| Holder Elementary | 8.2 |
| Buena Terra Elementary | 8.3 |
| Raymond Temple Elementary | 7.5 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary | 8.4 |
| Glen H. Dysinger Sr. Elementary | 5.2 |
| Mabel L. Pendleton Elementary | 7.0 |
| Carl E. Gilbert Elementary | 3.8 |
| James A. Whitaker Elementary | 4.6 |
| Charles G. Emery Elementary | 8.2 |
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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 6221 LINCOLN AVE, Buena Park, CA 90620
- Phone
- (714) 821-7800
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
6221 LINCOLN AVE, Buena Park, CA 90620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smart Start Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Terra Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is Holder Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Raymond Temple Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Buena Park, see our Buena Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Speech and Language Development Center Buena Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Holder Elementary Buena Park | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Orangeview Junior High Anaheim | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Cypress High Cypress | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| John F. Kennedy High La Palma | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Walker Junior High La Palma | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Hebron Mission School Cypress | 0.9 mi | — |
| Juliet Morris Elementary Cypress | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Danbrook Elementary Anaheim | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary Cypress | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST IRENAEUS PARISH SCHOOL Cypress | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Raymond Temple Elementary Buena Park | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| George B. Miller Elementary La Palma | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ACADEMY OF KAIROS Anaheim | 1.1 mi | — |
| Centralia Elementary Anaheim | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Oxford Academy Cypress | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Hope Buena Park | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,582
Median Home Value
$782,000
Median Rent
$2,263/mo
Population
46,992
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
37.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Smart Start Montessori has a median household income of $122,582. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $782,000, with a median rent of $2,263/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smart Start Montessori
What grades does Smart Start Montessori serve?
Smart Start Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Smart Start Montessori?
Smart Start Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smart Start Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Smart Start Montessori is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Smart Start Montessori a private school?
Yes, Smart Start Montessori 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 Smart Start Montessori a religious school?
No, Smart Start Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,632/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buena Park). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 12
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 251 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- ORANGE
- Phone
- (714) 821-7800
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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