Rising Star Montessori (2025-26 Profile)

1421 High Street
Alameda, CA 94501

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Rising Star Montessori School provides a high quality educational program for children based on the philosophy and methods developed by Maria Montessori.

In addition to our concern for the health and safety of the children, we emphasize a total education program.

Our academic excellence thrives in a warm, nurturing environment that promotes the self-esteem of each individual child.

We advocate global diversity by studying many cultures, embracing and respecting the people in our modern world. Our philosophy is based on the observations and writings of Dr. Maria Montessori who was a scientist, educator and the first woman to earn a medical degree in Italy.

Our curriculum instructs children in language arts, math, the interrelated study of life and physical sciences, history, culture, geography, the arts, and practical life skills.

We have integrated the Montessori methods and curriculum with traditional public and private school curricula.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 85 students
Yearly Tuition: $1,986
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1982

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 29, 2026

Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

85 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

62%

State avg.: 51%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$1,986

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Tuition Notes

Please see our website for tuition costs.

Summer Program Cost

$475

Summer Program Cost Notes

Per week

Admissions Director

Cassie Shephard

Admissions Associate

Sima Patel

Application URL

Online Application

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rising Star Montessori cost?

Rising Star Montessori's tuition is approximately $1,986 for private students and $475 for summer students.

When is the application deadline for Rising Star Montessori?

The application deadline for Rising Star Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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