Pattys Montessori School in El Sobrante, CA, serves 31 students in pre–kindergarten and kindergarten within a nonsectarian, suburban community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 5 teachers, for its Montessori early learning program.
Pattys Montessori School is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS), aligning with recognized Montessori educational standards.
The student body includes 60% students of color, reflecting diversity within this California preschool.
Located in a large suburban area of El Sobrante, the school offers a co–ed Montessori education for children in pre–kindergarten to kindergarten.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Pattys Montessori School?
The application deadline for Pattys Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Pattys Montessori School is Seneca Family Of Agencie- Catalyst Academy (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Canterbury School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Small World Montessori School, Inc. (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Small World Montessori School, Inc.
Montessori School
4555 Hilltop Dr
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-6059
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-6059
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 92 students
Seneca Family Of Agencie- Catalyst Academy
Special Education School
1060 Manor Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
0.7 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 24 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
431 Rincon Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 71 students Tuition listed
5070 Appian Way
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-2242
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-2242
1 miles
Gr: K-7 | 162 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Seneca Family Of Agencie- Catalyst Academy
Special Education School
1060 Manor Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
0.7 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 24 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
431 Rincon Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 71 students Tuition listed
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills
Special Education School
16330 San Pablo Ave
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 724-4494
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 724-4494
1.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 38 students Avg. class size: 8 students
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
2.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Salesian College Preparatory High School
(Catholic)
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
2.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Seneca Family Of Agencie- Catalyst Academy
Special Education School
1060 Manor Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
0.7 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 24 students
Bethel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
431 Rincon Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 71 students Tuition listed
5070 Appian Way
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-2242
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-2242
1 miles
Gr: K-7 | 162 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
3800 Clark Road
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 815-9332
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 815-9332
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Small World Montessori School, Inc.
Montessori School
4555 Hilltop Dr
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-6059
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-6059
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 92 students
La Petite Academy
Daycare / Preschool
3891 Lakeside Dr
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 222-3070
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 222-3070
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students
3800 Clark Road
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 815-9332
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 815-9332
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
El Sobrante KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
3240 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3040 Hilltop Mall Rd.
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 684-8900
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 684-8900
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 590 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Aspire Richmond Technology Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3170 Hilltop Mall Rd.
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 480-0660
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 480-0660
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 586 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Invictus Academy Of Richmond
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7150 Portola Dr.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 994-0888
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 994-0888
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 403 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Summit Public School Tamalpais
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3020 Hilltop Mall Rd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 374-4185
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 374-4185
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 629 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Betty Reid Soskin Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1121 Allview Ave.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1447
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1447
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 372 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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