Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bella Mente Montessori Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bella Mente Montessori Academy's student population of 424 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
"Education for Life"
School Rankings
Bella Mente Montessori Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bella Mente Montessori Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5388 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bella Mente Montessori Academy's ranking?
Bella Mente Montessori Academy is ranked #5388 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bella Mente Montessori Academy often compared to?
Bella Mente Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Guajome Learning Centers, Guajome Park Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bella Mente Montessori Academy?
424 students attend Bella Mente Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bella Mente Montessori Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bella Mente Montessori Academy?
Bella Mente Montessori Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bella Mente Montessori Academy offer ?
Bella Mente Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bella Mente Montessori Academy part of?
Bella Mente Montessori Academy is part of Bella Mente Montessori Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Love Bella Mente!! The teachers and staff care so much for my daughter and all their students. My daughter is so environmentally conscious. The school has definitely taught her how important community is. Her teachers know how to cultivate her creativity. They have been amazing with her social anxiety. They have a small group of kids that she gets together with to work on social skills and other tricks that have really helped her come out of her shell. I could go on and on but basically, I love this school (:
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