Most Selective Private Preschools in Delaware

The average private preschool acceptance rate in Delaware is 90% per year (2026-27).
The most selective school in Delaware is Concord Christian Academy, with an acceptance rate of 70%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # DE Schools Ranked: 15
  • Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 70%–100%
  • DE School Avg.: 90%
  • National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # DE Schools Ranked: 15
  • Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 70%–100%
  • DE School Avg.: 90%
  • National School Avg.: 87%

Delaware Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data

Total Growth: +2.2% (+2% since 2016)

Show school map — Delaware (acceptance rate range: 70%–100%, avg 90%)
Acceptance Rate Range: 70% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 90%

Most Selective Private Preschools in Delaware (2026-27)

Concord Christian Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 196 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 6
Baptist
2510 Marsh Road
Wilmington, DE 19810
(302) 475-3247
(10)
Ursuline Academy Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 441 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 15
Catholic
1106 Pennsylvania Avenue
Wilmington, DE 19806
(302) 658-7158
(10)
Map of Calvary Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 408 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 9
Assembly of God
1143 E Lebanon Road
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 697-7860
St. Annes Episcopal School Photo
Gr: NS-8 | 294 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Episcopal
211 Silver Lake Road
Middletown, DE 19709
(302) 378-3179
(1)
Dover First Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 53 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
655 Wyoming Ave
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 526-4998
(6)
Map of Great New Beginnings
Gr: NS-4 | 160 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool
14 St. Andrews Road
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 838-1000
Map of Harvest Christain Academy, Wilmington
Gr: PK-12 | 199 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Christian
2205 Lancaster Ave
Wilmington, DE 19805
(302) 276-7581
The Hockessin Montessori School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
1000 Old Lancaster Pike
Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 234-1240
(1)
Holy Cross School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
631 S State St
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 674-5784
(4)
Map of Immaculate Heart Of Mary
Gr: PK-8 | 486 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 17
Catholic
1000 Shipley Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302) 764-0977
Wilmington Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 413 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10
Christian
825 Loveville Rd
Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 239-2121
(1)
Darul-Amaanah Academy Photo
#12(T12–T13)Darul-Amaanah Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 40 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Islamic
19 Lambson Ln
Wilmington, DE 19720
(302) 274-2946
Fairwinds Christian School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 227 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
801 Seymour Rd
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 328-7404
(1)
Map of St. David's Episcopal Day School
Gr: NS-PK | 110 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
2320 Grubb Rd
Wilmington, DE 19810
(302) 475-3747
(1)
Map of Tutor Time Child Care
#14(T14–T15)Tutor Time Child Care
Gr: PK-K | 142 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Alternative School
491 South Harmony Road
Newark, DE 19713
(855) 887-8945

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Delaware average private preschools acceptance rate?
The Delaware average private preschools acceptance rate is 90% for 2026-27.
What are the most selective private preschools in Delaware?
The top ranked private preschools in Delaware include Concord Christian Academy, Ursuline Academy and Calvary Christian Academy.

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