Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Educare Preschool & Kindergarten
About the School
- Educare Preschool & Kindergarten in Lakewood, CA serves 42 students in preschool and kindergarten within a nonsectarian early learning program.
- The school operates in a suburban community with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 supported by 4 teachers.
- Educare Preschool & Kindergarten enrolls a diverse student body, with 100% students of color, reflecting local community demographics.
- The school offers co–ed early childhood education with a grade span from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten.
- Located in the Los Angeles area, this California preschool ranks among the top 20% statewide for student diversity.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Educare Preschool & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Educare Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Educare Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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