Shepherd Montessori Learning Center in Orange, CA, offers co–ed early childhood education for grades PK through K in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school has a total enrollment of 15 students with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 15:1.
Shepherd Montessori Learning Center serves a diverse student body with 100% students of color, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity.
As an early learning program, the school focuses on preschool and kindergarten education within the Orange community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Shepherd Montessori Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Shepherd Montessori Learning Center?
The application deadline for Shepherd Montessori Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Shepherd Montessori Learning Center is International School Of Los Angeles-burbank (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Paul's Lutheran School (0.4 miles away)
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