Montessori Academy Of Culver City is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving preschool through first grade in a suburban community of Culver City, CA.
The school enrolls 143 students with a student–teacher ratio of 72 and an average class size of 18.
Founded in 1986, the program offers early childhood education including summer school options.
The student body represents 60% students of color, reflecting diversity within the Culver City area.
Tuition and acceptance rate details are not specified; casual dress code is required.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost varies according to part time, full time and extended care programs offered. Extended care is from 7:00 am to 6:00 p.m.
Admissions Director
Melanie de Silva
School Notes
- .
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy Of Culver City?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy Of Culver City is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Montessori Academy Of Culver City is Living Word Christian Academy (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Pacifica Montessori School (0.2 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
Pacifica Montessori School
Montessori School
6585 Green Valley Cir
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 417-3087
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 417-3087
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 54 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Living Word Christian Academy
(Christian)
6520 Arizona Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-0137
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-0137
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 10 students
St. Jerome School
(Catholic)
5580 Thornburn St
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-1678
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-1678
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Westchester Lutheran Elementary School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7831 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-5422
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-5422
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students
Ladera Heights Prep Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
6901 Knowlton Pl
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-0830
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-0830
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 5 students Avg. class size: 10 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Living Word Christian Academy
(Christian)
6520 Arizona Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-0137
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-0137
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 10 students
Ecf Kayne Eras Center
Special Education School
5350 Machado Ln
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 737-9393
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 737-9393
1.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 116 students
One School Global
(Brethren)
207 Hindry Ave
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 662-0902
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 662-0902
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 16 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Slauson Learning Center
Special Education School
260 N Locust St
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 412-0520
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 412-0520
2.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 108 students
Summit View West School
Special Education School
12101 W Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 751-1100
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 751-1100
2.4 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 108 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pacifica Montessori School
Montessori School
6585 Green Valley Cir
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 417-3087
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 417-3087
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 54 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Living Word Christian Academy
(Christian)
6520 Arizona Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-0137
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 665-0137
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 10 students
St. Jerome School
(Catholic)
5580 Thornburn St
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-1678
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-1678
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Westchester Lutheran Elementary School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7831 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-5422
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-5422
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students
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Montessori School
1518 Centinela Ave
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 677-4406
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 677-4406
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pacifica Montessori School
Montessori School
6585 Green Valley Cir
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 417-3087
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 417-3087
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 54 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Jerome School
(Catholic)
5580 Thornburn St
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-1678
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-1678
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Westchester Lutheran Elementary School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7831 S Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-5422
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-5422
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students
Ladera Heights Prep Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
6901 Knowlton Pl
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-0830
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 337-0830
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 5 students Avg. class size: 10 students
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Montessori School
1518 Centinela Ave
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 677-4406
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 677-4406
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Avg. class size: 24 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Frank D. Parent
(Math: 11% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5430
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5430
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 235 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
El Rincon Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11177 Overland Ave.
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 842-4340
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 842-4340
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 565 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
La Tijera Academy Of Excellence Charter
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
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Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5260
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 680-5260
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 552 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
Open Charter Magnet
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5540 West 77th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-0735
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 568-0735
1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 390 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Elenda St.
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 390-8886
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 390-8886
1.1 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 40 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
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