Young World Preschool in Daly City offers full and half schedule programs for children ranging in age from 2 to 6.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
2004
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Full day- $750 (5 days a week)
Half day- $575 (7am-1pm)
Half day- $475 (1pm-6pm)
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Sharon Mayo
Admissions Associate
Amy Wong
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Young World Preschool has the largest capacity of any facility in Daly City. Our goal is to provide all of the children at Young World with a creative and educational environment in which each child can develop at his or her individual pace.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Young World Preschool and Kindergarten?
The acceptance rate of Young World Preschool and Kindergarten is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Young World Preschool and Kindergarten's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Young World Preschool and Kindergarten?
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate.
What is Young World Preschool and Kindergarten's ranking?
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Young World Preschool and Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Young World Preschool and Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Young World Preschool and Kindergarten located?
Young World Preschool and Kindergarten is located in the Serramonte neighborhood of Daly City, CA.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Young World Preschool and Kindergarten is San Francisco Christian School (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Angels School (0.2 miles away)
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20 Reiner St
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
0.2 miles
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(650) 756-4737
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(650) 756-4737
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Our Lady Of Mercy School
(Catholic)
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(650) 756-3395
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 756-3395
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Our Lady Perpetual Help School
(Catholic)
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(650) 755-4438
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-4438
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(415) 586-1117
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(415) 586-8200
San Francisco, CA 94112
(415) 586-8200
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
20 Reiner St
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Acceptance rate listed
79 Florence St.
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 756-4737
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 756-4737
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Mercy School
(Catholic)
7 Elmwood Dr
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 756-3395
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 756-3395
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 525 students
Our Lady Perpetual Help School
(Catholic)
80 Wellington Ave
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-4438
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-4438
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 189 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
20 Reiner St
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Acceptance rate listed
Hope Lutheran Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
55 San Fernando Way
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 991-4673
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 991-4673
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 151 students Avg. class size: 16 students
79 Florence St.
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 756-4737
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 756-4737
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Mercy School
(Catholic)
7 Elmwood Dr
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 756-3395
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 756-3395
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 525 students
825 Brotherhood Way
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(415) 586-8686
San Francisco, CA 94132
(415) 586-8686
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
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305 Eastmoor Ave.
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 991-1243
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 991-1243
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
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(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
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Rank:
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115 First Ave.
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(650) 550-7840
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 550-7840
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
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208 Garden Ln.
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 991-1233
Daly City, CA 94015
(650) 991-1233
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
(Math: 19% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
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6996 Mission St.
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 550-7700
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 550-7700
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,072 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
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550 East Market St.
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(650) 991-1216
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 991-1216
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