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The Child Day School - Lafayette
Elementary School
1049 STUART ST, Lafayette, CA 94549
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About The Child Day School - Lafayette
The Child Day School - Lafayette is an private elementary school in Lafayette, CA 94549. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades Pre-K – TK with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $231,195, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, The Child Day School - Lafayette is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, The Child Day School - Lafayette operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Child Day School - Lafayette compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Child Day School - Lafayette (this school) | — |
| M. H. Stanley Middle | 7.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 7.4 |
| Acalanes High | 8.3 |
| Springhill Elementary | 9.0 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 8.2 |
| Burton Valley Elementary | 7.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Address
- 1049 STUART ST, Lafayette, CA 94549
- Phone
- (925) 284-7092
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1049 STUART ST, Lafayette, CA 94549
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Child Day School - Lafayette may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springhill Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Happy Valley Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, Burton Valley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away). For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIABLO VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Diablo Valley Montessori Lafayette | 0.1 mi | — |
| THE SPRINGSTONE SCHOOL Lafayette | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| The Springstone School Lafayette | 0.4 mi | — |
| CENTER OF ARTS TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE Lafayette | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle Lafayette | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary Lafayette | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Perpetua Lafayette | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST PERPETUA SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Springhill Elementary Lafayette | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Acalanes High Lafayette | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| MEHER SCHOOLS Lafayette | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Meher Schools, The Lafayette | 1.2 mi | — |
| Contra Costa Jewish Day School Lafayette | 1.5 mi | — |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Campolindo High Moraga | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lafayette | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Burton Valley Elementary Lafayette | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ORION ACADEMY Moraga | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,195
Median Home Value
$1,968,500
Median Rent
$2,902/mo
Population
28,247
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Child Day School - Lafayette has a median household income of $231,195. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,968,500, with a median rent of $2,902/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Child Day School - Lafayette
What grades does The Child Day School - Lafayette serve?
The Child Day School - Lafayette serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend The Child Day School - Lafayette?
The Child Day School - Lafayette has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Child Day School - Lafayette?
The student-teacher ratio at The Child Day School - Lafayette is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Child Day School - Lafayette a private school?
Yes, The Child Day School - Lafayette is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Child Day School - Lafayette a religious school?
No, The Child Day School - Lafayette is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,348/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lafayette). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 12
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- CONTRA COSTA
- Phone
- (925) 284-7092
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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