Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Cottonwood Montessori
About the School
- Cottonwood Montessori in Riverside, CA, is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten within a suburban community.
- The school enrolls 60 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 supported by 6 teachers.
- Cottonwood Montessori is a member of both the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Association Montessori International (AMI).
- The student body reflects diversity with 61.54% of students identified as students of color.
- Located in the Glen Avon neighborhood, the school offers early learning programs aligned with Montessori educational principles.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cottonwood Montessori?
The application deadline for Cottonwood Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cottonwood Montessori located?
Cottonwood Montessori is located in the Glen Avon neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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