BunnyBears Preschool Santee Photo - Child sized wooden chairs and tables all through out the classrooms

Best Santee Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 97 students in Santee, CA (there are 13 public schools, serving 8,905 public students). 1% of all K-12 students in Santee, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
33% of private schools in Santee, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Private Schools in Santee, CA (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
BunnyBears Preschool Santee
BunnyBears Preschool Santee Photo - Social Dramatic play area
Daycare / Preschool
8559 Fanita Drive
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 449-1187
Gr: NS-PK | 43 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
East County Christian Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
10701 N Magnolia Avenue
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-2029
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Santee KinderCare
Santee KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom
Daycare / Preschool
9735 Cuyamaca St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 562-3423
Gr: NS-PK

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in Santee, CA?
3 private schools are located in Santee, CA.
What percentage of students in Santee go to private school?
1% of all K-12 students in Santee are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Santee?
33% of private schools in Santee are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Which private schools in Santee are often viewed compared to one another?

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