Devonshire Montessori classroom is a living room for children. Children select their work from among self-correcting materials displayed on open shelves they are able to work in specific work areas choosing materials that are age appropriate and interesting to them.
Over a period of time, the children develop into a normalized community working with high concentration and very few interruptions.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Devonshire Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Devonshire Montessori?
The application deadline for Devonshire Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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