Happy Tots Montessori School in Harbor City, CA, serves 13 students from preschool through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with two teachers supporting early childhood education.
Happy Tots offers a Montessori program focused on children aged PK to K within a diverse student population representing 100% students of color.
Located in a large city community, this Los Angeles preschool operates without religious affiliation or membership in national associations.
Happy Tots ranks among the top 20% of California private schools for student diversity based on its demographic composition.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Happy Tots Montessori School 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
13 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Happy Tots Montessori School often compared to?
Happy Tots Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Angel's Montessori Preschool by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Happy Tots Montessori School?
The application deadline for Happy Tots Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Happy Tots Montessori School vs. Angel's Montessori Preschool
The nearest high school and elementary school to Happy Tots Montessori School is Shepherd Christian School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Pines Christian School (0.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Shepherd Christian School
(Christian)
PO Box 900216
Palmdale, CA 93590
(661) 272-4774
Palmdale, CA 93590
(661) 272-4774
0.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 36 students
25200 Western Ave
Harbor City, CA 90710
(310) 325-1213
Harbor City, CA 90710
(310) 325-1213
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 246 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
1 Rolling Hills Prep Way
San Pedro, CA 90732
(310) 719-1101
San Pedro, CA 90732
(310) 719-1101
0.7 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 225 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed
25515 Eshelman Ave
Lomita, CA 90717
(131) 025-1564
Lomita, CA 90717
(131) 025-1564
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 270 students Tuition listed
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Montessori School (Christian)
25500 S. Vermont Avenue
Harbor City, CA 90710
(310) 534-0260
Harbor City, CA 90710
(310) 534-0260
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 30 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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