Very Good
#385 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 22% of private schools
Visalia Montessori School
Middle School
3502 S LINWOOD ST, Visalia, CA 93277
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#385 of 1,787
In Visalia
#1 of 4
public schools
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About Visalia Montessori School
Visalia Montessori School is a private middle school in Visalia, CA. Visalia Montessori School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Visalia Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #385 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Visalia 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Visalia Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Visalia 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 Visalia Montessori School compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Visalia, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Visalia Montessori School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Linwood Elementary | 5.6 |
| Crestwood Elementary | 5.1 |
| Cottonwood Creek Elementary | 6.5 |
| Valley Life Charter | 5.3 |
| Veva Blunt Elementary | 6.1 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary | 4.0 |
| Special Education | 3.1 |
| Willow Glen Elementary | 4.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary | 7.4 |
| Conyer Elementary | 5.4 |
| Hurley Elementary | 7.0 |
| Charter Home School Academy | 5.8 |
| Green Acres Middle | 5.2 |
| Washington Elementary | 3.6 |
| Highland Elementary | 6.1 |
| Oak Grove Elementary | 7.6 |
| Crescent Valley Public Charter II | 4.4 |
| Manuel F. Hernandez | 6.9 |
| Houston Elementary | 5.0 |
| Denton Elementary | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Visalia
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
3502 S LINWOOD ST, Visalia, CA 93277
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visalia Montessori School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. La Joya Middle (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Divisadero Middle (rated 5.0/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Visalia, see our Visalia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Visalia Montessori School Visalia | 0.0 mi | — |
| Linwood Elementary Visalia | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| La Joya Middle Visalia | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| El Diamante High Visalia | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Visalia Technical Early College Visalia | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| GREENHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Visalia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Valley Life Charter Visalia | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Cottonwood Creek Elementary Visalia | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Crestwood Elementary Visalia | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Veva Blunt Elementary Visalia | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Visalia | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Central Valley Christian School Society Visalia | 1.7 mi | — |
| University Preparatory High Visalia | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Willow Glen Elementary Visalia | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Visalia Charter Independent Study Visalia | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Divisadero Middle Visalia | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Tulare County Court Visalia | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Special Education Visalia | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Hurley Elementary Visalia | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Visalia | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,532
Median Home Value
$320,500
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
53,406
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
35.2
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|---|---|
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles, CA | 7.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montclair, CA | 7.0 |
| Freshwater Charter Middle Eureka, CA | 7.5 |
| ODYSSEY SCHOOL San Mateo, CA | 7.6 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley, CA | 6.7 |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visalia Montessori School
What grades does Visalia Montessori School serve?
Visalia Montessori School serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Visalia Montessori School?
Visalia Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visalia Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Visalia Montessori School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Visalia Montessori School rank in CA?
Visalia Montessori School ranks #385 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Visalia Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Visalia 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 Visalia Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Visalia 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 Visalia Montessori School a religious school?
No, Visalia Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Tulare County
- Phone
- (559) 624-1374
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