At Plaza Child Development Center, the activities for the children is based on the creative curriculum, which is a research based curriculum.
The teachers offer activities that promote and support learning and cognitive, language, social, emotional, physical development.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Plaza Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plaza Child Development Center's ranking?
Plaza Child Development Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Plaza Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Plaza Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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