Santa Ana Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 21 private preschools serving 3,222 students in Santa Ana, CA.
The average acceptance rate is 89%, which is higher than the California private preschool average acceptance rate of 85%.
38% of private preschools in Santa Ana, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 21
  • # Students Served: 3,222
  • Average Tuition: $6,980
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 36%
  • Acceptance Rate: 89%
  • Average Class Size: 23 students
  • % Students of Color: 64%
  • View Santa Ana, CA School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 21
  • # Students Served: 3,222
  • Average Tuition: $6,980
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 36%
  • Acceptance Rate: 89%
  • Average Class Size: 23 students
  • % Students of Color: 64%
  • View Santa Ana, CA School Trends

Top Ranked Santa Ana Private Preschools (2026-27)

Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-High school Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 1,033 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
(6)
Fairmont Private School, North Tustin Campus Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 360 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 6
12421 Newport Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 832-4867
Fairmont Schools - North Tustin Campus Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 358 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 17
12421 Newport Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 234-2780
(9)
St. Anne School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
1324 S Main St
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 542-9328
Map of Temple Beth Sholom Children's
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
2625 N. Tustin Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 628-4640
(1)
Map of Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School
Gr: PK-6 | 139 students
5315 W Mcfadden Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 839-7831
Map of California Kids Centers
Gr: PK-K | 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
1735 N Grand Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 832-2669
Map of Childtime Learning Center
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Daycare / Preschool
13881 Prospect Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 544-6820
Map of First Baptist Church Children's Center
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1010 W 17th St
Santa Ana, CA 92706
(650) 424-1221
Map of Foothill Montessori School
Gr: PK-1 | 54 students
Montessori School
18692 E 17th St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 731-5653
Map of Love 2 Learn Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr: K | 12 students
Daycare / Preschool
1200 W 17th St
Santa Ana, CA 92706
(714) 834-1966
Map of Montessori International Academy
Gr: PK-1 | 117 students
Montessori School
2717 Halladay St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 444-2733
Map of New Hope Assembly Of God Christian School
Gr: PK-6 | 62 students
Assembly of God
917 S Newhope Street
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 775-6007
Map of Plumfield School
Gr: NS-PK | 68 students
Sports: 1
Daycare / Preschool
2112 E Santa Clara Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 547-5771
Map of Ricca Childrens Learning Center
Gr: PK-K | 137 students
Specialized Curriculum
1510 Brookhollow Dr
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 557-1669
St. Barbara Catholic School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
5306 W. McFadden Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 775-9477
(1)
Map of Santa Clara Day Nursery
Gr: PK-K | 57 students
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
1021 N Newhope St
Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 554-8850
South Coast KinderCare Photo
Gr: NS-PK | 20 students
Daycare / Preschool
2515 W Sunflower Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 540-4750
Map of South Coast Metro Children's Village
Gr: PK-K | 95 students
Daycare / Preschool
1510 Brookhollow Dr
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 397-1630
Map of Storybook Preschool
Gr: K | 12 students
Daycare / Preschool
1032 N Ross St
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(714) 541-9378
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Santa Ana, California Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Our Lady Of The Pillar School
Gr: NS-8 | 177 students
Catholic
601 N Western Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 542-5177
Map of School Of Our Lady
Gr: K-8 | 191 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
2204 W Mcfadden Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 545-8185
Map of Small Wonders Children Center
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
2519 W 5th St
Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 834-9377
(1)

Santa Ana, CA Private School Trends (10-Year)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Santa Ana, CA?
The top ranked private preschools in Santa Ana, CA include Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-High school, St. Anne School, and Temple Beth Sholom Children's.
How many private preschools are located in Santa Ana?
21 private preschools are located in Santa Ana.
How diverse are private preschools in Santa Ana?
Santa Ana private preschools are approximately 64% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Santa Ana?
38% of private preschools in Santa Ana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).
Which private preschools in Santa Ana are often viewed compared to one another?

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