Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Bright Children Montessori Academy
About the School
- Bright Children Montessori Academy in Alhambra, CA, serves 31 students in a nonsectarian, suburb–based early learning program for grades PK through K. The school has a student–teacher ratio of 31:1 with one teacher supporting all enrolled students.
- The academy offers a Montessori curriculum in a co–ed setting within a large suburban community.
- Bright Children Montessori Academy ranks in the top 20% of California private schools for diversity, with 100% of students identified as students of color.
- This California K–8 private school provides early childhood education focused on preschool and kindergarten levels.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Bright Children Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
School Calendar
School Motto
never give up
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bright Children Montessori Academy often compared to?
Bright Children Montessori Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Angel's Montessori Preschool by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Bright Children Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Bright Children Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ÌÇÐÄÔ´´s
Popular comparisons: Bright Children Montessori Academy vs. Angel's Montessori Preschool
The nearest high school to Bright Children Montessori Academy is Ramona Convent Secondary School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Thomas More School (0.2 miles away)
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Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
2510 S Fremont Ave
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 254-5778
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 39 students
Daycare / Preschool
1850 W Hellman Ave
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 284-5006
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 28
All-girls (Catholic)
1701 W Ramona Road
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 282-4151
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-K | 120 students
Alternative School
507 N Chandler Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 282-2919
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1
Daycare / Preschool
618 N Moore Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 282-2011
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 28
All-girls (Catholic)
1701 W Ramona Road
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 282-4151
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students
Christian
101 S Atlantic Blvd
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 282-9936
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: 4-12 | 99 students
Special Education School
9 N Almansor St
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 308-4521
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 23 students
Baptist
1749 Potrero Grande Ave.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(323) 324-3314
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
All-girls (Catholic)
254 S Santa Anita Ave
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 282-3181
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
2510 S Fremont Ave
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 254-5778
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K-8 | 147 students
Catholic
1501 S Atlantic Blvd
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(323) 261-6583
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
29 S Electric Avenue
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 282-5695
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: K-6 | 117 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Montessori School
2221 Poplar Blvd
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 284-0840
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: K-8 | 116 students
Catholic
3420 Portola Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 225-7264
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
2510 S Fremont Ave
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 254-5778
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 39 students
Daycare / Preschool
1850 W Hellman Ave
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 284-5006
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-K | 120 students
Alternative School
507 N Chandler Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 282-2919
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1
Daycare / Preschool
618 N Moore Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 282-2011
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: K | 24 students
Daycare / Preschool
2301 Levanda Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 343-2470
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2001 South Elm St.
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 943-3360
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 943-3360
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 654 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1603 South Marguerita Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 943-3620
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 943-3620
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 445 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
400 Casuda Canyon Dr.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 570-6220
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 570-6220
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 917 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 South Ynez Ave.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 570-6260
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 570-6260
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 695 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5151 State University Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 987-2144
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 987-2144
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 558 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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