Serving 325 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Shoreview Montessori's student population of 325 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Shoreview Montessori ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 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
#276 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #276 out of 9,523 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
325 students attend North Shoreview Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of North Shoreview Montessori students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% 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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