Rising Star Montessori School provides a high quality educational program for children based on the philosophy and methods developed by Maria Montessori.
In addition to our concern for the health and safety of the children, we emphasize a total education program.
Our academic excellence thrives in a warm, nurturing environment that promotes the self-esteem of each individual child.
We advocate global diversity by studying many cultures, embracing and respecting the people in our modern world.
Our philosophy is based on the observations and writings of Dr. Maria Montessori who was a scientist, educator and the first woman to earn a medical degree in Italy.
Our curriculum instructs children in language arts, math, the interrelated study of life and physical sciences, history, culture, geography, the arts, and practical life skills.
We have integrated the Montessori methods and curriculum with traditional public and private school curricula.
Our school employs current research and theories in child development and educational methods.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rising Star Montessori-Cottage Campus cost?
Rising Star Montessori-Cottage Campus's tuition is approximately $1,690 for private students and $1,185 for summer students.
When is the application deadline for Rising Star Montessori-Cottage Campus?
The application deadline for Rising Star Montessori-Cottage Campus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Rising Star Montessori-Cottage Campus is The Phillips Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Montessori Elementary Intermediate School Of Alameda (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1400 6th Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-7 | 25 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1910 Central Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
1910 San Antonio Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School ![Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Photo - Congratulations SJND graduates!]( "Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Photo - Congratulations SJND graduates!")
(Catholic)
1011 Chestnut Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 523-1526
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 523-1526
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 426 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 38 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Da Vinci Center For Gifted Children
Special Program Emphasis
2050 Lincoln Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1910 Central Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School ![Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Photo - Congratulations SJND graduates!]( "Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Photo - Congratulations SJND graduates!")
(Catholic)
1011 Chestnut Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 523-1526
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 523-1526
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 426 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 38 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lambo Academy International
Alternative School (Christian)
119 Watkins Station Cir # B
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(415) 754-3889
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(415) 754-3889
1.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students
Lambo Academy International
Alternative School (Christian)
388 9th St Ste 183
Oakland, CA 94607
(415) 754-3889
Oakland, CA 94607
(415) 754-3889
1.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1400 6th Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-7 | 25 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1910 Central Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
1910 San Antonio Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Da Vinci Center For Gifted Children
Special Program Emphasis
2050 Lincoln Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
St. Barnabas School
(Catholic)
1400 6th Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 145 students Avg. class size: 12 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1400 6th Street
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-0595
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-7 | 25 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
1910 San Antonio Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 296 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Luna's Montessori Bilingual School
Montessori School
1247 Park Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-2354
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 521-2354
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Starlite Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
246 14th St
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 238-8809
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 238-8809
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
St. Vincent's Day Home
Daycare / Preschool
1086 8th St
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 832-8324
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 832-8324
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 237 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
825 Taylor Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4007
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4007
0.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Third St.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4008
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4008
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 479 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Alternative School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial P
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4021
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4021
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 211 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
444 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4014
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4014
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Pacific Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4017
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-4017
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 638 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
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