For the 2026 school year, there is 1 alternative public preschool serving 260 students in California.
The top-ranked alternative public preschool in California is Ramona Community Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
California alternative public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public preschool average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Preschools in California (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ramona Community Montessori
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 Ramona St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3600
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3600
Gr: PK-6 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public preschools in California?
The top-ranked alternative public preschools in California include Ramona Community Montessori.
How many alternative public preschools are located in California?
1 alternative public preschools are located in California.
What is the racial composition of students in California?
California alternative public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public preschools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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