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First Baptist Church Children's Center

1010 W 17th St Santa Ana, CA 92706

Tel: (650) 424-1221

www.headsup.org

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 34 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 34 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

First Baptist Church Children's Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	First Baptist Church Children's Center
Pre-K	30
Kind	4

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Year Founded

1905

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Campus Size

50 acres

Student Body

Total Students

34 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

34:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$50 million

School Notes

First Baptist Church Children's Center in Santa Ana, CA, offers early childhood education for grades PK and K within a Baptist–affiliated program.
The school enrolls 34 students with a student–teacher ratio of 34:1 and an average class size of 15.
Founded in 1905, the center operates on a 50–acre campus situated in the Washington Square neighborhood.
Annual tuition is $25,000, which is above the Santa Ana average for elementary private schools.
The student body is approximately 50% students of color, reflecting some diversity within this small enrollment.

School Motto: Let Them Grow To Their Potential
School Mascot: Wild Boar

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does First Baptist Church Children's Center cost?

First Baptist Church Children's Center's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

What schools are First Baptist Church Children's Center often compared to?

First Baptist Church Children's Center is often viewed alongside schools like Sunflower Perschool & Kindergarten., Storybook Preschool by visitors of our site.

What is First Baptist Church Children's Center's ranking?

First Baptist Church Children's Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for First Baptist Church Children's Center?

The application deadline for First Baptist Church Children's Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is First Baptist Church Children's Center located?

First Baptist Church Children's Center is located in the Washington Square neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Washington Square.

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