Excellent
#20 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 1% of private schools
Valley Montessori School
Elementary School
1273 N LIVERMORE AVE, Livermore, CA 94551
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#20 of 1,787
In Livermore
#2 of 6
public schools
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Valley Montessori School
Elementary School in Livermore · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley Montessori School
Valley Montessori School is a private elementary school in Livermore, CA. Valley Montessori School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Valley Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Valley 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 Valley Montessori School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Livermore, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Montessori School (this school) | 8.5 |
| Lawrence Elementary | 9.2 |
| Junction K-8 | 5.0 |
| Marylin Avenue Elementary | 5.3 |
| Del Valle Continuation High | 6.9 |
| Rancho Las Positas Elementary | 8.0 |
| East Avenue Middle | 7.0 |
| Jackson Avenue Elementary | 7.0 |
| Joe Michell | 7.7 |
| Vineyard Alternative | 7.1 |
| Sunset Elementary | 8.1 |
| Emma C. Smith Elementary | 8.4 |
| Arroyo Seco Elementary | 6.2 |
| William Mendenhall Middle | 7.2 |
| Leo R. Croce Elementary | 6.0 |
| Andrew N. Christensen Middle | 7.6 |
| Altamont Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
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
1273 N LIVERMORE AVE, Livermore, CA 94551
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawrence Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sunset Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Rancho Las Positas Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Livermore, see our Livermore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Elementary Livermore | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Junction K-8 Livermore | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Michael School Livermore | 1.0 mi | — |
| Marylin Avenue Elementary Livermore | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Del Valle Continuation High Livermore | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Livermore High Livermore | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Rancho Las Positas Elementary Livermore | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| LIVERMORE VALLEY ACADEMY Livermore | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Granada High Livermore | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Livermore Valley Academy Livermore | 1.6 mi | — |
| East Avenue Middle Livermore | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Joe Michell Livermore | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Our Savior Lutheran School Livermore | 2.0 mi | — |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN Livermore | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Jackson Avenue Elementary Livermore | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sunset Elementary Livermore | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Verity Academy East Bay Livermore | 2.2 mi | — |
| Vineyard Alternative Livermore | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| KINGS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Livermore | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Summa Academy Livermore | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94551 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,705
Median Home Value
$931,000
Median Rent
$2,589/mo
Population
38,739
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
39.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 8.5 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.5 |
| Cypress Elementary Newbury Park, CA | 8.5 |
| Hoover Elementary Burlingame, CA | 8.5 |
| Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.5 |
| Newcastle Elementary Newcastle, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Montessori School
What grades does Valley Montessori School serve?
Valley Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Valley Montessori School?
Valley Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Montessori School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Montessori School rank in CA?
Valley Montessori School ranks #20 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Valley Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Valley 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 Valley Montessori School a religious school?
No, Valley Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (925) 455-8021
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