Cottonwood Montessori in Riverside, CA, is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving students in pre–kindergarten and kindergarten within a city community.
The school enrolls 47 students, including 5 in K–12 grades, supported by 2 teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 24:1.
Located in the La Sierra neighborhood, Cottonwood Montessori offers a summer school program alongside its early learning curriculum.
The student body is approximately 60 percent students of color, reflecting diversity within a large city setting.
Tuition aligns with local private school rates in Riverside, with programming focused on Montessori early childhood education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Cottonwood Montessori is a family owned and operated Montessori/childcare center since 1989. Our teachers are AMI trained and experienced. We offer a well rounded and effective program which has been appreciated by our parents.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cottonwood Montessori?
The application deadline for Cottonwood Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cottonwood Montessori located?
Cottonwood Montessori is located in the La Sierra neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in La Sierra.
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