Arroyo Grande Montessori School

Arroyo Grande Montessori School was founded in January 1981 to provide the best possible preprimary education experience for Central Coast children between two and six years old.
Montessori is a totally positive environment for children. Here each child is recognized as an individual and is taught as such.
Children work at their own pace and at their own level.
Every child has the unique opportunity to fulfill his or her potential.
Habits and skills developed in a Montessori classroom remain for a lifetime.
The Montessori classroom is a joyful land of opportunity for the child.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,950
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1981

Student Body

Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Arroyo Grande Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Arroyo Grande Montessori School cost?
Arroyo Grande Montessori School's tuition is approximately $8,950 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Arroyo Grande Montessori School?
The application deadline for Arroyo Grande Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 14 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,950
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in San Luis Obispo County, CA is $12,597 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Luis Obispo County, CA is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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