Bright Star Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian, co–ed California preschool offering education for grades PK and K in the suburban community of Walnut.
The school enrolls 42 students with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1 supported by 2 full–time teachers.
Located in Walnut, CA, this Montessori school serves a diverse student body with 75 percent students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Be the brightest you can be!
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Larry Page, co-founder of Google -
- Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google -
- Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon -
- Katharine Graham, owner and editor of Washington Post -
- Yo-Yo Ma, cellist -
- Bill and Hillary Clinton, former US President and Secretary of State -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Bright Star Montessori Academy?
Bright Star Montessori Academy famous alumni include: Larry Page, co-founder of Google, Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google, Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, Katharine Graham, owner and editor of Washington Post, Yo-Yo Ma, cellist and Bill and Hillary Clinton, former US President and Secretary of State.
When is the application deadline for Bright Star Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Bright Star Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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