Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,745
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Van Avery Prep School of Temecula
About the School
- Van Avery Prep is committed to providing quality private school education from kindergarten through 8th grade to the families of the Temecula, French Valley, Murrieta, and Menifee communities and beyond.
- Our NPSAG-accredited school combines a rigorous, standards-based curriculum with experiences that develop skills such as creativity, collaboration, and communication.
- Contact us today to see why families love our school.
- We are conveniently located on Santiago Rd next to Kid's World Preschool.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,745
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Van Avery Prep School of Temecula ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
Student Body
Total Students
586 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
American Girl ClubCheerleading Club
Chess ClubCJSF
Coding ClubCooking Club
Craft ClubGarden Club
National Honor SocietyRubix Cube Club
Science OlympiadScouts
Speech and Debate
School Notes
- Welcome to Van Avery Prep, a private preparatory school serving students from age 5 through Grade 8. We welcome you to explore our exclusive school where the values of a classic education are strengthened with an enlightened growth mindset. Van Avery Prep students are "Learning Today and Leading Tomorrow". For over 30 years Van Avery Prep has been preparing students to be leaders in their community and their world. We nurture each student as they strive to reach their fullest potential. We respect their individuality and pride ourselves in giving them the support and love needed as they journey through their formative years.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Van Avery Prep School of Temecula cost?
Van Avery Prep School of Temecula's tuition is approximately $8,745 for private students.
What schools are Van Avery Prep School of Temecula often compared to?
Van Avery Prep School of Temecula is often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Christian School, Linfield Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Van Avery Prep School of Temecula offer?
Van Avery Prep School of Temecula offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Van Avery Prep School of Temecula's ranking?
Van Avery Prep School of Temecula ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Van Avery Prep School of Temecula?
The application deadline for Van Avery Prep School of Temecula is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Van Avery Prep School of Temecula is Linfield Christian School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Temecula Montessori Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Kid's World Preschool of Temecula (0.0 miles away)
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Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 6
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(951) 303-8040
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Avg. class size: 22 students
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Gr: PK-12 | 707 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
32650 Avenida Lestonnac
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-2505
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 391 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
24275 Monroe Ave
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(951) 834-9190
Distance: 80.5 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 267 students
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Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
1233 North McCaddden Place
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 465-1320
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,081 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
31300 Rancho Community Way
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 303-8040
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,227 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
31950 Pauba Rd
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 676-8111
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 707 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
32650 Avenida Lestonnac
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-2505
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,081 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
31300 Rancho Community Way
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 303-8040
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,227 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
31950 Pauba Rd
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 676-8111
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 707 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
32650 Avenida Lestonnac
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-2505
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 391 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
24275 Monroe Ave
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 834-9190
Distance: 80.5 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 267 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
1233 North McCaddden Place
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 465-1320
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,081 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
31300 Rancho Community Way
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 303-8040
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,227 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
31950 Pauba Rd
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 676-8111
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 707 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
32650 Avenida Lestonnac
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-2505
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 391 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
24275 Monroe Ave
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 834-9190
Distance: 80.5 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 267 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 13
1233 North McCaddden Place
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 465-1320
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
29879 Santiago Road
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 467-3735
Gr: PK-K | 134 students
Daycare / Preschool
29879 Santiago Road
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 699-9429
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-3 | 61 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
27635 Jefferson Ave
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 676-6464
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: NS-K | 142 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
30470 Pauba Road
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 676-1492
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-1 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
29373 Rancho California Rd
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 676-5555
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,227 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
31950 Pauba Rd
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 676-8111
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 707 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
32650 Avenida Lestonnac
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-2505
Distance: 3.7 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 1,081 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 6
Christian
31300 Rancho Community Way
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 303-8040
Distance: 5.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students
Episcopal
38397 Innovation Ct Ste 101
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 239-3084
Distance: 5.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 30 students
Specialized Curriculum (African Methodist Episcopal)
1200 Rainbow Valley Blvd
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 723-7733
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-3 | 61 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
27635 Jefferson Ave
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 676-6464
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-1 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
29373 Rancho California Rd
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 676-5555
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 1,227 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
31950 Pauba Rd
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 676-8111
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 71 students
Alternative School
27655 Jefferson Ave
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 677-8300
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
29879 Santiago Road
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 467-3735
Gr: PK-K | 134 students
Daycare / Preschool
29879 Santiago Road
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 699-9429
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: NS-K | 142 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
30470 Pauba Road
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 676-1492
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-1 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Montessori School
29373 Rancho California Rd
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 676-5555
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 39 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Daycare / Preschool
42690 Margarita Rd
Temecula, CA 92589
(951) 693-0381
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School Reviews
5 2/21/2025
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