Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center
About the School
- The Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center provides day care services for preschool to kindergarten aged children from 2.9 to 6 years old.
- Nishi Center is a state licensed day care center which was established in 1983.
- The school was established for the Nikkei/Buddhist community in order to provide an early childhood education that would prepare the child academically and emotionally for entry into the elementary school system, cultivate a sense of appreciation of and familiarity with the Buddhist Teachings.
- The school has a total of 45 students.
- There are two preschool classes and one kindergarten class.
- Each class is led by a head teacher with an assistant teacher and four additional auxiliary assistant teachers.
- There is also an art teacher and a music teacher, both of whom meet with the children once a week.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- The Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center provides day care services for preschool to kindergarten aged children from 2.9 to 6 years old. Nishi Center is a state licensed day care center which was established in 1983. The school was established for the Nikkei/Buddhist community in order to provide an early childhood education that would prepare the child academically and emotionally for entry into the elementary school system, cultivate a sense of appreciation of and familiarity with the Buddhist Teachings. The school has a total of 45 students. There are two preschool classes and one kindergarten class. Each class is led by a head teacher with an assistant teacher and four additional auxiliary assistant teachers. There is also an art teacher and a music teacher, both of whom meet with the children once a week.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Takeko Kujo - Founder of the Buddhist Women’s Association, instrumental in healthcare and women's education in Japan. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center?
Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center famous alumni include: Takeko Kujo - Founder of the Buddhist Women’s Association, instrumental in healthcare and women's education in Japan..
When is the application deadline for Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center located?
Nishi Hongwanji Child Development Center is located in the Downtown Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 4 other private schools located in Downtown Los Angeles.
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