Little Shepherd Lutheran Preschool in Petaluma, CA offers co鈥揺d early childhood education for preschool and kindergarten students with a total enrollment of 125.
The school has an Evangelical Lutheran Church in America affiliation and is located in a central city community setting.
Approximately 35% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting diversity in this California preschool.
Little Shepherd Lutheran Preschool is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International, Evangelical Lutheran Education Association, and National Association of Laboratory Schools.
The program serves primarily early learners with 17 total students enrolled in kindergarten through grade 12 within the broader school community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
125 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Little Shepherd Lutheran Preschool?
The application deadline for Little Shepherd Lutheran Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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