Montessori International Academy in Santa Ana, CA, serves 117 students from pre–kindergarten through first grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 39:1 with 3 teachers supporting early learning programs.
Montessori International Academy is affiliated with the American Montessori Society and offers a Montessori curriculum for young learners.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity, with 100% of its student body representing students of color.
Located in the Delhi neighborhood, this California preschool provides early education within a large–city environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori International Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Little children, from the moment they are weaned, are making their way towards independence.' ~Maria Montessori
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori International Academy?
The application deadline for Montessori International Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori International Academy located?
Montessori International Academy is located in the Delhi neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Montessori International Academy is Mater Dei High School (1.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Milestones Montessori Of Irvine (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Ricca Childrens Learning Center (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ricca Childrens Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis
1510 Brookhollow Dr
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 557-1669
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 557-1669
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 137 students
South Coast Metro Children's Village
Daycare / Preschool
1510 Brookhollow Dr
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 397-1630
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 397-1630
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 95 students Avg. class size: 203 students
Milestones Montessori Of Irvine
Montessori School
16601 Armstrong Ave
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 171 students
St. Anne School ![St. Anne School Photo - Students attend Mass once a week and the atmosphere of the school is permeated with the Gospel message of loving God and one another.]( "St. Anne School Photo - Students attend Mass once a week and the atmosphere of the school is permeated with the Gospel message of loving God and one another.")
(Catholic)
1324 S Main St
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 542-9328
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 542-9328
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kida
Special Education School
17861 Von Karman Ave
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 222-2214
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 222-2214
1.7 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 14 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mater Dei High School ![Mater Dei High School Photo - Mater Dei High School: A Tradition of Excellence in Catholic Education Since 1950. Entrance Exam: Saturday, 2/11 at 7:45am. Register online at materdei.org/entranceexam. Application Available NOW at materdei.org/admissions.]( "Mater Dei High School Photo - Mater Dei High School: A Tradition of Excellence in Catholic Education Since 1950. Entrance Exam: Saturday, 2/11 at 7:45am. Register online at materdei.org/entranceexam. Application Available NOW at materdei.org/admissions.")
(Catholic)
1202 W Edinger Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 754-7711
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 754-7711
1.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,152 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 53 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westcliff Preparatory Academy ![Westcliff Preparatory Academy Photo - Change the way your child gets their education.]( "Westcliff Preparatory Academy Photo - Change the way your child gets their education.")
Special Program Emphasis
17877 Von Karman Ave, Suite 400
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 617-0626
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 617-0626
1.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
17875 Von Karman, Suite 200
Irvine, CA 92614
(877) 673-8893
Irvine, CA 92614
(877) 673-8893
2.6 miles
Gr: 4-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Milestones Montessori Of Irvine
Montessori School
16601 Armstrong Ave
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 171 students
St. Anne School ![St. Anne School Photo - Students attend Mass once a week and the atmosphere of the school is permeated with the Gospel message of loving God and one another.]( "St. Anne School Photo - Students attend Mass once a week and the atmosphere of the school is permeated with the Gospel message of loving God and one another.")
(Catholic)
1324 S Main St
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 542-9328
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 542-9328
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westcliff Preparatory Academy ![Westcliff Preparatory Academy Photo - Change the way your child gets their education.]( "Westcliff Preparatory Academy Photo - Change the way your child gets their education.")
Special Program Emphasis
17877 Von Karman Ave, Suite 400
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 617-0626
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 617-0626
1.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Irvine Montessori School
Montessori School
17575 Cartwright Rd
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 752-7217
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 752-7217
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 84 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ricca Childrens Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis
1510 Brookhollow Dr
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 557-1669
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 557-1669
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 137 students
South Coast Metro Children's Village
Daycare / Preschool
1510 Brookhollow Dr
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 397-1630
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 397-1630
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 95 students Avg. class size: 203 students
Milestones Montessori Of Irvine
Montessori School
16601 Armstrong Ave
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 553-0555
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 171 students
St. Anne School ![St. Anne School Photo - Students attend Mass once a week and the atmosphere of the school is permeated with the Gospel message of loving God and one another.]( "St. Anne School Photo - Students attend Mass once a week and the atmosphere of the school is permeated with the Gospel message of loving God and one another.")
(Catholic)
1324 S Main St
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 542-9328
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 542-9328
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Irvine Montessori School
Montessori School
17575 Cartwright Rd
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 752-7217
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 752-7217
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 84 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
417 East Central Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 431-3900
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 431-3900
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 217 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Manuel Esqueda Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2240 South Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 431-1500
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 431-1500
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 811 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
Cesar E. Chavez High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2128 South Cypress
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 430-5700
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 430-5700
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2063 Orange Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 433-6900
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 433-6900
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Douglas Macarthur Fundamental Intermediate
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 West Alton Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 513-9800
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 513-9800
1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,005 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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