Crescent Montessori in Milpitas, CA, serves 110 students in preschool through kindergarten within a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
Founded in 2009, the school offers co–educational early learning programs emphasizing diversity, with 100% of its student body representing students of color.
The school maintains a 7:1 student–teacher ratio with 15 teachers, supporting small–group learning in its PK–K grade span.
Crescent Montessori ranks among the top 20% of California private schools for diversity, reflecting its student demographic in the Milpitas community.
Located in a small city locale, Crescent Montessori provides early childhood education without religious affiliation, offering a Montessori curriculum focused on foundational skills.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Crescent Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Children First, Always'
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Crescent Montessori?
The application deadline for Crescent Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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