Montessori School–eureka in Long Beach, CA, enrolls 36 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
Founded in 1975, the school operates with 2 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 18:1.
The school reflects diversity with 100% of students identified as students of color, ranking in the top 20% statewide for diversity among private schools.
As a city school in the Lakewood Village neighborhood, it is a Montessori early learning program affiliated with the American Montessori Society and the Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools.
Montessori School–eureka serves families seeking a California K–8 private school experience focused on early childhood grades within Long Beach's urban community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori School-eureka ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1975
Student Body
Total Students
36 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
18:1
National avg.:
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori School-eureka?
The application deadline for Montessori School-eureka is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori School-eureka located?
Montessori School-eureka is located in the Lakewood Village neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in Lakewood Village.
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The nearest high school to Montessori School-eureka is Turner Christian High School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Hedwig Catholic School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Greenhouse Schools (1.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
5336 E Arbor Road
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-3358
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-3358
3.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 416 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
Hands-down, this is by far the best school around. Relaxed, calm atmosphere. The teachers are sweet and caring. My son's been in two other Montessori schools and there is no comparison. This is a great place. I highly recommend it.
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