The Prep School celebrates 35 years of providing readiness and enrichment preparation.
Classes are offered for children ages 6 months through kindergarten.
The twenty-two staff members of Prep plan activities that not only promote learning in academic fields such as reading, writing and mathematics, but also growth in the areas of emotional, social, physical and spiritual development.
Two teachers are provided in every classroom and children also receive instruction from separate resource teachers in the areas of art, music, nature, motor skills, computer and storytelling.
Special school resources include the children's library, the discovery room nature museum and two separate playgrounds.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Prep School?
The application deadline for The Prep School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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