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Montessori Explorer Elementary School

271 East J Street Chula Vista, CA 91910

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 38 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jul. 1
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 38 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jul. 1
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2002
Summer School Offered
Yes
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Student Body

Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
74%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Jul. 1
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Heather Paz

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

School Notes

  • Montessori Explorer School was established on July 2002. The school serves children ages two years to 12 years. An AMS Montessori School and is a member of International Montessori Council. Staff holds Montessori credentials for the age groups they teach from American Montessori Society. The student to teacher ratio in the preschool is 8:1. Weekly tours are conducted every Wednesday morning at 9:30 am.
  • by appointment. Walk-ins are available but is limited to no more than three families to avoid distractions to children in their learning environment.
  • Montessori Explorer School was established on July 2002. The school serves children ages two years to 12 years. An AMS Montessori School and is a member of International Montessori Council. Staff holds Montessori credentials for the age groups they teach from American Montessori Society. The student to teacher ratio in the preschool is 8:1. Weekly tours are conducted every Wednesday morning at 9:30 am. by appointment. Walk-ins are available but is limited to no more than three families to avoid distractions to children in their learning environment.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Montessori Explorer Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of Montessori Explorer Elementary School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Montessori Explorer Elementary School offer?
Montessori Explorer Elementary School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Dance and Martial Arts.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Explorer Elementary School?
The application deadline for Montessori Explorer Elementary School is Jul. 1.

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