Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Shoreview Montessori ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Shoreview Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
North Shoreview Montessori's student population of 293 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Shoreview Montessori ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shoreview Montessori is 0.75, which is more 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
#382 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Shoreview Montessori's ranking?
North Shoreview Montessori is ranked #382 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are North Shoreview Montessori often compared to?
North Shoreview Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Montessori, College Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Shoreview Montessori?
293 students attend North Shoreview Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of North Shoreview Montessori students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Shoreview Montessori?
North Shoreview Montessori has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Shoreview Montessori offer ?
North Shoreview Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is North Shoreview Montessori part of?
North Shoreview Montessori is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
In what neighborhood is North Shoreview Montessori located?
North Shoreview Montessori is located in the Shoreview neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Shoreview.
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