Shining Stars Preschool & Kindergarten

First Baptist Church Preschool & Kindergarten is a ministry of First Baptist Church Elk Grove.
We believe each child is a unique and precious individual.
We believe the family is the primary and most important provider of care and nurturing and the most important teacher of values and morality.
We desire to provide a secure and orderly environment where children will find love, acceptance and encouragement to maximize their potential.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 184 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
184 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Shining Stars Preschool & Kindergarten Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Shining Stars Preschool & Kindergarten often compared to?
Shining Stars Preschool & Kindergarten is often viewed alongside schools like St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Shining Stars Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Shining Stars Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 184 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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