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Sunflower Montessori School
Elementary School
15520 SHERMAN WAY, Van Nuys, CA 91406
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Sunflower Montessori School
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About Sunflower Montessori School
Sunflower Montessori School is a private elementary school in Van Nuys, CA. Sunflower Montessori School serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 1:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 5 students, Sunflower 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 1:1 students to teachers, Sunflower Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunflower 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 Sunflower Montessori School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Van Nuys, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunflower Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Valerio Street Elementary | 5.7 |
| Columbus Avenue Elementary | 4.4 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary | 7.6 |
| Ararat Charter | 3.1 |
| Van Nuys Elementary | 6.6 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary | 7.8 |
| Hazeltine Avenue Elementary | 7.0 |
| Stagg Street Elementary | 7.5 |
| Kester Avenue Elementary | 9.0 |
| Kittridge Street Elementary | 4.8 |
| Erwin Elementary | 6.9 |
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
- 5 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1:1
- Address
- 15520 SHERMAN WAY, Van Nuys, CA 91406
- Phone
- (818) 781-3662
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
15520 SHERMAN WAY, Van Nuys, CA 91406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunflower Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is Sylvan Park Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away). For more schools in Van Nuys, see our Van Nuys schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| HAPPY PRESCHOOL LAND Van Nuys | 0.5 mi | — |
| Bassett Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTH HILLS PREP Van Nuys | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| The Help Group's North Hills Prep Van Nuys | 0.6 mi | — |
| Cohasset Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Columbus Avenue Elementary Van Nuys | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Valerio Street Elementary Van Nuys | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Lashon Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert Fulton College Preparatory Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Valley Charter Middle Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary Van Nuys | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Van Nuys Senior High Van Nuys | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST. ELISABETH SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST ELISABETH SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Will Rogers Continuation Van Nuys | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Vista Middle Panorama City | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Children's Community School Van Nuys | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHAMPS - Charter HS of Arts-Multimedia & Performing Van Nuys | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,653
Median Home Value
$765,000
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
52,661
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunflower Montessori School
What grades does Sunflower Montessori School serve?
Sunflower Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Sunflower Montessori School?
Sunflower Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunflower Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunflower Montessori School is 1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sunflower Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Sunflower 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 Sunflower Montessori School a religious school?
No, Sunflower Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 5
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 781-3662
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