Ladera Heights Prep Development Center in Los Angeles, CA offers early childhood education for grades PK–K in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school enrolls 5 students with a student–teacher ratio of 3:1 supported by 2 teachers.
This Los Angeles preschool serves an entirely diverse student body, with 100% students of color.
The program includes summer school and maintains a formal dress code for all students.
It ranks among the top 20% of California private schools for student diversity based on its enrollment composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Ladera Heights Prep Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
5 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Swarna De Alwis
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ladera Heights Prep Development Center?
The application deadline for Ladera Heights Prep Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Ladera Heights Prep Development Center is One School Global (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Jerome School (0.4 miles away)
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