Mission Valley Montessori in Fremont, CA, is a co–ed suburban Montessori school serving preschool through kindergarten with a total enrollment of 153 students.
Founded in 1974, the school operates with five teachers and an average class size of 15, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 31:1.
The school is nonsectarian and a member of the Association Montessori International (AMI), offering a nonsectarian early learning program in the Kimber Gomes neighborhood.
Annual tuition is $25,000, and the school has an acceptance rate of 25%, reflecting selective enrollment in the Fremont private school market.
Mission Valley Montessori provides a summer school program and serves a student population with 94.74% students of color, highlighting its diverse community.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mission Valley Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1974
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Campus Size
20 acres
Student Body
Total Students
153 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Planting The Seeds for A Lifetime of Learning
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mission Valley Montessori cost?
Mission Valley Montessori's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mission Valley Montessori?
The acceptance rate of Mission Valley Montessori is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Mission Valley Montessori's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What is Mission Valley Montessori's ranking?
Mission Valley Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of students of color.
When is the application deadline for Mission Valley Montessori?
The application deadline for Mission Valley Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mission Valley Montessori located?
Mission Valley Montessori is located in the Kimber Gomes neighborhood of Fremont, CA.
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