Scripps Montessori School's valued reputation in the San Diego area is due to your enthusiasm, your discriminating interest in early childhood education and your outstanding cooperation with and concern for various operations and programs within the school.
Your “ultimate investment” is our primary concern. Our purpose is to support parents, not compete with them.
The Montessori environment is a social community concerned with the development of children in a relaxed atmosphere.
It is one of the primary goals of Scripps Montessori School to create a "Home Away From Home" that will bring the child closer to his/her community and keep the child close to his/her family.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Average class size: 15 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-6
Year Founded
2021
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
118 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: The children are the future.
- Scripps Montessori School's valued reputation in the San Diego area is due to your enthusiasm, your discriminating interest in early childhood education and your outstanding cooperation with and concern for various operations and programs within the school. Your “ultimate investment” is our primary concern. Our purpose is to support parents, not compete with them. The Montessori environment is a social community concerned with the development of children in a relaxed atmosphere. It is one of the primary goals of Scripps Montessori School to create a "Home Away From Home" that will bring the child closer to his/her community and keep the child close to his/her family.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Scripps Montessori School often compared to?
Scripps Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Scripps Ranch KinderCare by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Scripps Montessori School?
The application deadline for Scripps Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Scripps Montessori School located?
Scripps Montessori School is located in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Scripps Ranch.
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The nearest high school to Scripps Montessori School is Fusion Academy San Diego - Scripps Ranch (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Children's Workshop (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4544 Pocahontas Avenue
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 270-9350
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 270-9350
7.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Japanese Academy Of San Diego
Special Program Emphasis
4811 Mount Etna Dr
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 571-7000
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 571-7000
6.9 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 56 students
3811 Mount Acadia Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
7.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 100 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
12642 Monte Vista Road
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 673-1756
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 673-1756
7.4 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 159 students Avg. class size: 36 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2640 Soderblom Avenue
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 457-5895
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 457-5895
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 215 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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