University Park Cdc in Irvine, CA, serves 77 co–ed students from kindergarten through 6th grade in a nonsectarian, central city setting.
Founded in 1967, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with seven teaching staff members.
The student body is diverse, with approximately 65% of students representing students of color.
University Park Cdc is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, offering a California K–6 private school program.
Located in the University Park neighborhood, the school provides regular elementary education within the Irvine community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
77 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Positive Mindset - Respect - Integrity - Dependable - Everyone's Safe
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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The application deadline for University Park Cdc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is University Park Cdc located?
University Park Cdc is located in the University Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in University Park.
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Village Montessori School Of Irvine (0.1 miles away)
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Village Montessori School Of Irvine
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4552 Sandburg Way
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 786-7494
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 786-7494
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 105 students Tuition listed
The Children's School
Special Education School
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(949) 812-6222
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(949) 812-6222
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(949) 398-5288
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 398-5288
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Gr: K-12 | 164 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 25 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(949) 733-1500
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 733-1500
1.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition listed
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Village Montessori School Of Irvine
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4552 Sandburg Way
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 786-7494
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 786-7494
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 105 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
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Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 786-7330
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 786-7330
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 45 students Avg. class size: 10 students
Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten ![Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten Photo]( "Turtle Rock Preschool & Kindergarten Photo")
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Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 854-7611
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 854-7611
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 282 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Westpark Montessori School Of Irvine
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11 San Leandro
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 262-0500
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 262-0500
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 105 students Tuition listed
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Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 786-7392
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 786-7392
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 101 students
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(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
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4572 Sandburg Way
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(949) 936-6300
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6300
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(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
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4861 Michelson Dr.
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(949) 936-6500
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6500
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Gr: 7-8 | 860 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
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655 West Yale Loop
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(949) 936-6700
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 936-6700
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Gr: 7-8 | 652 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
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4771 Campus Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-7600
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-7600
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Gr: 9-12 | 2,307 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
(Math: 68% | Reading: 71%)
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50 Blue Lake South
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 936-5900
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 936-5900
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