California Methodist Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 16 methodist private schools serving 1,363 students in California. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in California.
The top ranked methodist private schools in California include San Carlos United Methodist Pr, First UMC Preschool, and Fallbrook Umc Preschool & Kindergarten.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 83%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 16
  • # Students Served: 1,363

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 16
  • # Students Served: 1,363

Top Ranked Methodist Private Schools in California (2026-27)

Map of Fallbrook Umc Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr: NS-PK | 28 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1844 Winter Haven Rd
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 728-8501
Map of First UMC Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 106 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1008 11th St
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 395-7292
Map of San Carlos United Methodist Pr
Gr: NS-K | 105 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
6554 Cowles Mountain Blvd
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 464-4335
Map of Barstow Christian School
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students
Methodist
800 Yucca Ave
Barstow, CA 92311
(760) 256-3556
Children's Growing Center-First United Methodist Photo
Gr: NS-PK | 95 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2111 Camino Del Rio S
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 295-1915
Map of Christ Church By The Sea United Methodist Children Center
Gr: PK | 110 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1400 W Balboa Blvd
Newport Beach, CA 92661
(949) 673-8233
Map of CUMC Preschool
Gr: NS-PK | 30 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1875 Fairfield Ave
Fairfield, CA 94533
(707) 425-9310
Map of Dove's Landing School
Gr: K-10 | 27 students
Specialized Curriculum (Methodist)
75580 Ramon Rd
Thousand Palms, CA 92276
(760) 250-7289
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Map of Glenoaks Christian Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 73 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Methodist
1525 Glenoaks Blvd
San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 365-1513
Map of The Growing Place Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr: PK-K | 194 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
1049 Westlake Blvd
Westlake Village, CA 91361
(805) 497-7064
Map of Light And Life Christian School
Gr: PK-5 | 114 students
Methodist
777 E Alosta Avenue
Azusa, CA 91702
(626) 969-0182
Map of Monterey Park United Methodist
Gr: PK-K | 87 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
333 S. Garfield Avenue
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 573-1240
Map of Palmdale United Methodist Preschool-kindergarten
Gr: PK-K | 76 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
39055 10th St W
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 272-1334
Map of San Dieguito United Methodist Preschool
Gr: NS-PK | 60 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
170 Calle Magdalena
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-9287
Map of United Methodist Church Of The Good Shepherd
Gr: PK-5 | 49 students
Alternative School (Methodist)
8152 Mcfadden Ave
Westminster, CA 92683
(714) 897-0100
Map of Walnut United Methodist Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 85 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
20601 La Puente Rd
Walnut, CA 91789
(909) 444-9340

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked methodist private schools in California?
The top ranked methodist private schools in California include San Carlos United Methodist Pr, First UMC Preschool, and Fallbrook Umc Preschool & Kindergarten.
How many methodist private schools are located in California?
16 methodist private schools are located in California.
How diverse are methodist private schools in California?
California methodist private schools are approximately 53% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 52%.

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