Located in San Bernardino, CA, Lifestone Academy is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving preschool through kindergarten students in a midsize city community.
Founded in 1905, the school enrolls 46 students with a student–teacher ratio of 46:1 for early childhood education.
The academy charges yearly tuition of $25,000 and offers 15 AP courses as part of its academic program.
Student diversity includes 45% students of color, reflecting the demographic composition of the San Bernardino area.
Lifestone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for school history and school resources.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Lifestone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lifestone Academy cost?
Lifestone Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Lifestone Academy?
Lifestone Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is Lifestone Academy's ranking?
Lifestone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Lifestone Academy?
The application deadline for Lifestone Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Lifestone Academy is Gateway Education Center (1.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Our Lady Of The Assumption School (2.0 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4380 N 4th Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-2080
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-2080
1.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 69 students
Our Lady Of The Assumption School ![Our Lady Of The Assumption School Photo]( "Our Lady Of The Assumption School Photo")
(Catholic)
796 W 48th Street
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 881-2416
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 881-2416
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Eagle Valley School
Special Education School
2915 Little Mountain Drive
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1691
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1691
2.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 38 students
Oak Tree Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
680 W 40th St
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6979
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6979
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
Trinity Classical Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
5395 N F St
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6567
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6567
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 42 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4380 N 4th Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-2080
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-2080
1.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 69 students
Eagle Valley School
Special Education School
2915 Little Mountain Drive
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1691
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1691
2.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 38 students
2898 N. G. Street
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 881-8310
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 881-8310
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 158 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Altus Academy Rialto
Special Education School
205 N Maple Ave
Rialto, CA 92377
(909) 829-9999
Rialto, CA 92377
(909) 829-9999
4.9 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 59 students
Aquinas High School ![Aquinas High School Photo - Aquinas is a private Catholic college preparatory high school located in San Bernardino California.]( "Aquinas High School Photo - Aquinas is a private Catholic college preparatory high school located in San Bernardino California.")
(Catholic)
2772 Sterling Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92404
(909) 886-4659
San Bernardino, CA 92404
(909) 886-4659
6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 647 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4380 N 4th Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-2080
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-2080
1.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 69 students
Our Lady Of The Assumption School ![Our Lady Of The Assumption School Photo]( "Our Lady Of The Assumption School Photo")
(Catholic)
796 W 48th Street
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 881-2416
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 881-2416
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Eagle Valley School
Special Education School
2915 Little Mountain Drive
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1691
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1691
2.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 38 students
2898 N. G. Street
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 881-8310
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 881-8310
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 158 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Rosary Academy
(Catholic)
2620 N Arrowhead Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1088
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1088
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Lady Of The Assumption School ![Our Lady Of The Assumption School Photo]( "Our Lady Of The Assumption School Photo")
(Catholic)
796 W 48th Street
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 881-2416
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 881-2416
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Oak Tree Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
680 W 40th St
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6979
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6979
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
Trinity Classical Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
5395 N F St
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6567
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 882-6567
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 42 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Rosary Academy
(Catholic)
2620 N Arrowhead Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1088
San Bernardino, CA 92405
(909) 886-1088
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students
1333 E 39th St
San Bernardino, CA 92404
(909) 882-3004
San Bernardino, CA 92404
(909) 882-3004
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 93 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kendall Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4951 State St.
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6626
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6626
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Yvonne Harmon
Special Education School
4865 North State St.
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6616
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6616
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8
Carmack
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4777 State St.
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6607
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6607
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8
Vermont Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3695 Vermont St.
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6658
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 880-6658
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 659 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Bob Holcomb Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1345 West 48th St.
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 887-2505
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(909) 887-2505
1.5 miles
Gr: K-6 | 598 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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