Palisades Montessori Center is committed to providing a loving, safe and nurturing enviroment for its students.
Through a program which focuses on individual learning, independence skills, respect for self, others and immediate enviroment, social, emotional, creative and physical growth, we aim to witness the release of each child's ultimate potential.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
83%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Palisades Montessori Center is committed to providing a loving, safe and nurturing enviroment for its students.
- Through a program which focuses on individual learning, independence skills, respect for self, others and immediate enviroment, social, emotional, creative and physical growth, we aim to witness the release of each child's ultimate potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Palisades Montessori often compared to?
Palisades Montessori is often viewed alongside schools like Westside Waldorf School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Palisades Montessori?
The application deadline for Palisades Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Palisades Montessori vs. Westside Waldorf School
The nearest high school to Palisades Montessori is St. Monica Catholic High School (3.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Calvary Christian School (0.4 miles away)
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Calvary Christian School ![Calvary Christian School Photo - Community Service has been a trademark and source of pride at Calvary Christian School and is an integral part of the school's mission and the way that it increases empathy, compassion and a broader worldview for our students.]( "Calvary Christian School Photo - Community Service has been a trademark and source of pride at Calvary Christian School and is an integral part of the school's mission and the way that it increases empathy, compassion and a broader worldview for our students.")
(Christian)
701 Palisades Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-0082
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-0082
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 368 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
15240 La Cruz Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-0257
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-0257
1.1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 168 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Village School
(2)
780 Swarthmore Ave
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-8411
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-8411
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Corpus Christi School ![Corpus Christi School Photo - 7th & 8th grade students learn the importance of CPR!]( "Corpus Christi School Photo - 7th & 8th grade students learn the importance of CPR!")
(Catholic)
890 Toyopa Dr
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-9411
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-9411
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 234 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
St. Matthew's Parish School ![St. Matthew's Parish School Photo]( "St. Matthew's Parish School Photo")
(Episcopal)
1031 Bienveneda Avenue
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 345 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Monica Catholic High School ![St. Monica Catholic High School Photo - Our brand new Gym, Home of the Mighty Mariners!]( "St. Monica Catholic High School Photo - Our brand new Gym, Home of the Mighty Mariners!")
(Catholic)
1030 Lincoln Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 394-3701
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 394-3701
3.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 371 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition listed
1039 7th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 451-9801
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 451-9801
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
MUSE Global School
Special Program Emphasis
1220 Second Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(818) 880-5437
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(818) 880-5437
3.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 5
1730 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 829-3948
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 829-3948
3.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition listed
1424 Yale St
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 829-2522
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 829-2522
4.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Calvary Christian School ![Calvary Christian School Photo - Community Service has been a trademark and source of pride at Calvary Christian School and is an integral part of the school's mission and the way that it increases empathy, compassion and a broader worldview for our students.]( "Calvary Christian School Photo - Community Service has been a trademark and source of pride at Calvary Christian School and is an integral part of the school's mission and the way that it increases empathy, compassion and a broader worldview for our students.")
(Christian)
701 Palisades Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-0082
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-0082
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 368 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
15240 La Cruz Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-0257
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-0257
1.1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 168 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Village School
(2)
780 Swarthmore Ave
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-8411
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-8411
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Corpus Christi School ![Corpus Christi School Photo - 7th & 8th grade students learn the importance of CPR!]( "Corpus Christi School Photo - 7th & 8th grade students learn the importance of CPR!")
(Catholic)
890 Toyopa Dr
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-9411
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-9411
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 234 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
St. Matthew's Parish School ![St. Matthew's Parish School Photo]( "St. Matthew's Parish School Photo")
(Episcopal)
1031 Bienveneda Avenue
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 345 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School ![Calvary Christian School Photo - Community Service has been a trademark and source of pride at Calvary Christian School and is an integral part of the school's mission and the way that it increases empathy, compassion and a broader worldview for our students.]( "Calvary Christian School Photo - Community Service has been a trademark and source of pride at Calvary Christian School and is an integral part of the school's mission and the way that it increases empathy, compassion and a broader worldview for our students.")
(Christian)
701 Palisades Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-0082
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-0082
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 368 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Village School
(2)
780 Swarthmore Ave
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-8411
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-8411
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
St. Matthew's Parish School ![St. Matthew's Parish School Photo]( "St. Matthew's Parish School Photo")
(Episcopal)
1031 Bienveneda Avenue
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
1.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 345 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
First UMC Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1008 11th St
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 395-7292
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 395-7292
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 106 students Avg. class size: 14 students
1039 7th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 451-9801
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 451-9801
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 655 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Marquez Charter
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16821 Marquez Ave.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-4019
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-4019
0.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 314 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Palisades Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15777 Bowdoin St.
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-6623
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-6623
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,920 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Palisades Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
800 Via De La Paz
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-3700
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-3700
1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Canyon Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
421 Entrada Dr.
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(310) 454-7510
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(310) 454-7510
2.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Paul Revere Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1450 Allenford Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 917-4800
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 917-4800
2.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,715 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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