Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Small World Montessori
About the School
- Small World Montessori in Calexico, CA, serves 32 students in a rural community, offering co–ed Montessori education for kindergarten only.
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 with 2 teachers supporting its enrollment.
- Founded in 1905, Small World Montessori is one of the oldest private schools in the area, reflecting a long–standing educational presence.
- Tuition is $25,000 annually for the kindergarten program in this nonsectarian early learning program.
- Small World Montessori ranks in the top 20% of California private schools for diversity, with over 93% of students identified as students of color.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Small World Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Small World Montessori often compared to?
Small World Montessori is often viewed alongside schools like Calexico Mission School, Our Lady Of Guadalupe Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Small World Montessori?
The application deadline for Small World Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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