Davis Waldorf School Photo - Our children get outside in all weather. We value time in nature and are able to maximize it with beautiful gardens for our preschool and kindergarten children, a 5-acre, grass-based campus and close proximity to the Davis Greenbelt for hikes and walks. Older students also participate in long recesses, bi-weekly games and movement classes and extracurricular sports.

Best Davis Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 675 students in Davis, CA.
The top-ranked private preschools in Davis, CA include St. James School and Tender Learning Care.
29% of private preschools in Davis, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Davis Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. James School
(Catholic)
1215 B St
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 756-3946
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Tuition listed
Tender Learning Care
Daycare / Preschool
1818 Lake Blvd
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 756-5351
Gr: PK-K | 20 students Tuition listed
Davis Waldorf School
Davis Waldorf School Photo - Waldorf preschool and kindergartens utilize the child's natural propensity to learn through play. Play benefits cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. When play is fun and child-directed, children are motivated to engage in opportunities to learn.
Waldorf School
(16)
3100 Sycamore Lane
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-1651
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
Little Friends Montessori School
Montessori School
1101 F St
Davis, CA 95616
(539) 753-0300
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
Merryhill School - Davis
Merryhill School - Davis Photo
Daycare / Preschool
1720 Research Park Dr
Davis, CA 95618
(530) 287-8455
Gr: NS-PK Extracurrculars: 1
Montessori Country Day
Daycare / Preschool
1811 Renoir Avenue
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-8373
Gr: PK-K | 53 students
Redbud Montessori
Montessori School
27082 Patwin Road
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-2623
Gr: PK-K | 36 students

Overview

This Town (Davis)
This State (CA)
# Schools
7 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
675 Students
363,174 Students
% Average Students of Color
31%
50%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
58 Teachers
26,591 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
58%
Average Class Size
18 students
18 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,400
$15,707
Average % on Financial Aid
30%
24%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,190
$5,651

Students by Ethnicity:

0.64
0.70
# American Indian Students
2 Students
1,687 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
n/a
# Asian Students
35 Students
30,340 Students
% Asian Students
5%
9%
# Hispanic Students
55 Students
43,248 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
12%
# Black Students
13 Students
12,193 Students
% Black Students
2%
4%
# White Students
305 Students
112,317 Students
% White Students
45%
32%
# Hawaiian Students
2 Students
1,999 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
263 Students
143,604 Students
% of Others Students
39%
42%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
1 extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
2 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Davis, CA?
The top-ranked private preschools in Davis, CA include St. James School and Tender Learning Care.
How many private preschools are located in Davis?
7 private preschools are located in Davis.
How diverse are private preschools in Davis?
Davis private preschools are approximately 31% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Davis?
29% of private preschools in Davis are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Catholic).
Which private preschools in Davis are often viewed compared to one another?

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