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.: 52%
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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San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
2 miles
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1515 Dolan Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
1350 Wayne Way
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 577-0257
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 577-0257
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Gr: NS-PK | 114 students Tuition listed
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Alternative School
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San Mateo, CA 94404
(877) 673-8893
San Mateo, CA 94404
(877) 673-8893
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Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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San Mateo, CA 94404
(949) 612-9242
San Mateo, CA 94404
(949) 612-9242
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Special Program Emphasis
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(650) 235-7172
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 235-7172
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Gr: PK-12 | 967 students
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Special Education School
2333 Palm Ave
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 918-9945
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 918-9945
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Gr: K-8 | 35 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Alternative School
1840 Gateway Dr., Ste. 100
San Mateo, CA 94404
(877) 673-8893
San Mateo, CA 94404
(877) 673-8893
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1840 Gtwy Dr Ste 100
San Mateo, CA 94404
(949) 612-9242
San Mateo, CA 94404
(949) 612-9242
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 51 students
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Special Program Emphasis
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San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 235-7172
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Gr: PK-12 | 967 students
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San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 345-8207
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 345-8207
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Gr: 9-12 | 892 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 58 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fusion Academy - San Mateo
Alternative School
2000 Alameda De Las Pulgas Ste 128
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-8305
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-8305
1.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 63 students
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Alternative School
1840 Gateway Dr., Ste. 100
San Mateo, CA 94404
(877) 673-8893
San Mateo, CA 94404
(877) 673-8893
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1840 Gtwy Dr Ste 100
San Mateo, CA 94404
(949) 612-9242
San Mateo, CA 94404
(949) 612-9242
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 51 students
The Nueva School
Special Program Emphasis
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(650) 235-7172
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 235-7172
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 967 students
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Special Education School
2333 Palm Ave
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 918-9945
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 918-9945
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 35 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
800 Foster City Blvd, Bldg. 830
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 378-2600
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 378-2600
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Gr: K-8 | 200 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
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(650) 577-0257
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 577-0257
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 114 students Tuition listed
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Special Program Emphasis
131 E 28th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 235-7172
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 235-7172
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 967 students
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(650) 573-6023
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(650) 573-6023
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(650) 574-5437
San Mateo, CA 94404
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San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 571-8749
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Gr: PK-K | 41 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
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(650) 312-7737
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7737
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Gr: K-5 | 418 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
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1685 Eisenhower St.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7575
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7575
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Gr: K-8 | 418 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
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Gr: K-8 | 840 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
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San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7522
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7522
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Gr: K-5 | 624 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
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(650) 312-7533
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