Appletree Montessori in Mission Viejo, CA offers a nonsectarian, co鈥揺d Montessori program for grades PK through K in a suburban community.
The school enrolls 79 students with 2 teachers, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 40:1.
Student diversity includes Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, and White (not Hispanic) students, representing 44.44% of enrollment.
Annual tuition is $1,350, positioning Appletree Montessori among California's more affordable private schools.
The school holds membership in an alternative Montessori association and serves a suburban, large locale near other Montessori and private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,350
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Appletree Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Affordability
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Appletree Montessori cost?
Appletree Montessori's tuition is approximately $1,350 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Appletree Montessori?
The application deadline for Appletree Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Appletree Montessori is Fusion Academy Mission Viejo (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mission Viejo Montessori (0.5 miles away)
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Fusion Academy Mission Viejo![Fusion Academy Mission Viejo Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.]( "Fusion Academy Mission Viejo Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.")
Alternative School
23456 Madero, Suite 140
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(877) 673-8893
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(877) 673-8893
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
Mission Viejo Montessori![Mission Viejo Montessori Photo]( "Mission Viejo Montessori Photo")
Montessori School
23581 Madero Ste 108
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 770-1093
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 770-1093
0.5 miles
Gr: NS | 84 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
23581 Madero # 104
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 951-0442
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 951-0442
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-K | 69 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
23262 El Toro Road
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 830-1461
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 830-1461
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6
Arbor Christian School
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
23302 El Toro Rd
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 855-4599
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 855-4599
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
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