Mission Bay Montessori Academy
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(858)457-5895
- Mission Bay Montessori Academy is located in the University City section of San Diego on 18 acres, in a secluded setting, bounded by canyon and park.
- Our purpose is to aid the development of the child to the fullest possible realization of the child's unique individual potentialities.
- The Montessori Method is based on a child's imperious need to learn by doing.
- It develops the whole personality of the child, not merely their intellectual faculties, but also their powers of deliberation, initiative and independent choice with their emotional complements.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Students: 349 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Mission Bay Montessori Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-6 |
| Year Founded | 1968 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 349 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 25% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 23 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 23 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $12,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Annual payment and 2nd child discounts available |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Kristie Miller and Jen Ryan |
| Admissions Associate | Catherine Jewell |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 22 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Art, Band, Chess, Chinese, Chorus, Drama, Golf, Karate, Piano, Pre K Art, Pre K Dance, Pre K Gymnastics, Pre K Karate, Pre K Play Ball, Pre K Soccer, Pre K Spanish, Seasonal Team Sports, Soccer, Spanish, Tennis, Violin, Woodshop |
School Notes
- 90+ percentile on standardized testing
- Gold Standard band with 5th/6th grade Chorus
- Full complement of art, science and computer
- Spanish and Chinese language classes
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