Heritage Montessori Elementary School is a nonsectarian Montessori school located in Ridgecrest, CA, serving co–ed students from grades 1 through 5 in a town community.
The school enrolls 27 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1, supported by 4 teachers.
Approximately 23% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Heritage Montessori Elementary School is part of the Ridgecrest area, near other private schools offering K–8 education options and similar enrollment sizes.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Heritage Montessori Elementary School?
The application deadline for Heritage Montessori Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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