Lifetime Montessori in San Diego, CA, serves 180 students from pre–kindergarten through 4th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting near Black Mountain Ranch Village.
Founded in 2007, this co–educational Montessori school offers early childhood and elementary programs with 5 teachers and a student–teacher ratio of 36:1.
The school's student body includes approximately 38% students of color, reflecting diversity within the San Diego community.
Annual tuition for Lifetime Montessori is $19,200, positioned within the local range for private elementary education.
As a large city Montessori school, Lifetime Montessori provides educational services without religious affiliation or membership in private school associations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,200
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$19,200
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lifetime Montessori cost?
Lifetime Montessori's tuition is approximately $19,200 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Lifetime Montessori?
The application deadline for Lifetime Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lifetime Montessori located?
Lifetime Montessori is located in the Black Mountain Ranch Village neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Lifetime Montessori is Maranatha Christian Schools (2.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
9050 Maranatha Drive
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 759-9737
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 759-9737
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