Kubo Montessori in San Mateo, CA, is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving preschool through kindergarten students in an urban setting.
Founded in 1906, the school has a small enrollment of 8 students and a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 2 full鈥搕ime teachers.
The student body is 100% students of color, reflecting the school's diversity profile within the San Mateo community.
Kubo Montessori is a member of the American Montessori Society and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity and school history based on its founding year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Kubo Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1906
Student Body
Total Students
8 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kubo Montessori's ranking?
Kubo Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Kubo Montessori?
The application deadline for Kubo Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Kubo Montessori located?
Kubo Montessori is located in the East San Mateo neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in East San Mateo.
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The nearest preschool is Bay Meadows KinderCare (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
1515 Dolan Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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