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All Saints Day School Photo - Nestled along the river on over 20 scenic acres, our campus offers one of Monterey's most inspiring settings for education and exploration. Recent upgrades include a state-of-the-art sports complex with a turf field, track, tennis courts, organic garden, amphitheater, and an enhanced outdoor chapel. These spaces are designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit of every student.

Best Monterey County ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 private preschools serving 2,072 students in Monterey County, CA.
The top-ranked private preschools in Monterey County, CA include All Saints Day School, San Carlos School, and Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School.
The average acceptance rate is 59%, which is lower than the California private preschool average acceptance rate of 83%.
67% of private preschools in Monterey County, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Top-Ranked Monterey County ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
All Saints Day School
All Saints Day School Photo - Nestled along the river on over 20 scenic acres, our campus offers one of Monterey's most inspiring settings for education and exploration. Recent upgrades include a state-of-the-art sports complex with a turf field, track, tennis courts, organic garden, amphitheater, and an enhanced outdoor chapel. These spaces are designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit of every student.
(Episcopal)
(21)
8060 Carmel Valley Road
Carmel, CA 93923
(831) 624-9171
Gr: NS-8 | 266 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Junipero Serra School
Junipero Serra School Photo - Junipero Serra School, Carmel, CA
(Catholic)
(4)
3090 Rio Rd.
Carmel, CA 93923
(831) 624-8322
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
123 W Market St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 771-1310
Gr: NS-8 | 352 students Avg. class size: 34 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
San Carlos School
(Catholic)
450 Church St
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 375-1324
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School Photo
(Catholic)
1500 Mark Thomas Drive
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 655-9337
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
24800 Dolores St
Carmel By The Sea, CA 93921
(831) 574-4600
Gr: PK-8 | 208 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Madonna Del Sasso School
(Catholic)
20 Santa Teresa Way
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 424-7813
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students
Monterey Bay Christian School
(Assembly of God)
(2)
1184 Hilby Ave
Seaside, CA 93955
(831) 899-2060
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Avg. class size: 22 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Pegasus Montessori School
All-girls | Daycare / Preschool
(1)
305 Reindollar Ave
Marina, CA 93933
(831) 883-1216
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
Potrero Canyon School
Daycare / Preschool
8340 Carmel Valley Rd
Carmel, CA 93923
(831) 625-0545
Gr: PK-K | 46 students
Ryan Ranch Childrens Center Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
2 Justin Ct
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 647-9556
Gr: PK-K | 19 students
St. Dunstan's Episcopal School
Montessori School (Episcopal)
28003 Robinson Canyon Rd
Carmel, CA 93923
(831) 624-9250
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
[+] Show Closed ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools in Monterey County, California

Monterey County ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
274 Kidder St
Soledad, CA 93960
(831) 678-2885
Gr: K-12
298 E Market St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 759-1840
Gr: PK-12 | 48 students
526 California St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 758-0321
Gr: 3-11 | 28 students

Overview

This County (Monterey County)
This State (CA)
# Schools
12 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,072 Students
362,400 Students
% Average Students of Color
47%
50%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
183 Teachers
26,781 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%
58%
Average Class Size
24 students
18 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,138
$15,667
Average Summer Program Cost
$250
$779
Average % on Financial Aid
26%
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$20,500
$5,765
Average Acceptance Rate
59%
83%
Average Endowment Size
$60.8 million
$30.72 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.69
0.70
# American Indian Students
5 Students
1,687 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
141 Students
30,525 Students
% Asian Students
8%
9%
# Hispanic Students
411 Students
43,560 Students
% Hispanic Students
22%
13%
# Black Students
34 Students
12,191 Students
% Black Students
2%
3%
# White Students
875 Students
112,567 Students
% White Students
48%
33%
# Hawaiian Students
45 Students
2,015 Students
% Hawaiian Students
2%
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
322 Students
143,224 Students
% of Others Students
18%
41%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
6 extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Monterey County, CA?
The top-ranked private preschools in Monterey County, CA include All Saints Day School, San Carlos School, and Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School.
How many private preschools are located in Monterey County?
12 private preschools are located in Monterey County.
How diverse are private preschools in Monterey County?
Monterey County private preschools are approximately 47% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Monterey County?
67% of private preschools in Monterey County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).
Which private preschools in Monterey County are often viewed compared to one another?

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