Valley Preparatory School

Valley Preparatory School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
1605 Ford St,  Redlands, CA
4.5
3.9
160 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
John Black
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Annual Tuition
$12,500

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
20
Part Time Teachers
3

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
54.6%
Male
45.4%
White
35%
Asian or Pacific Islander
24.4%
Hispanic
14.6%
Native American
12.2%
Two or more races
7.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
3.3%
Black
3.3%

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 9 Reviews
5.0 Parent
2/5/2022
My son has been attending Valley Prep for 6 years - since Kindergarten. He has loved it. The Academics are great. Along with academics, the kids learn music, arts, second language, etc also. The kids are taught organization skills, emphasis is given on teamwork, collaboration, public speaking. Our family is very happy with the results. The kids have excellent math skills, writing and overall are very good students.
5.0 Parent
1/29/2022
I have two children that attend VPS. We absolutely adore Ms. Schmidt she gave them the best foundation to grow, and taught them so much starting at a young age. Mrs. Breckley is great, so personable with all the kids, always making everyone smile and laugh. We love the small class sizes, the friendly community and my kids and I adore Ms. Hidy in the front office, she goes above and beyond, always has a smile on her face, she is the face of VPS. Recommend this school 100%.
5.0 NicheUser
2/10/2016
The teachers and all staff are very supportive of my child's learning
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 29 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/24/2025
We chose Valley Prep initially due to safety concerns and its status as a non-religious private school. While my wife prioritized safety, I was more focused on academics. At our first meeting, academics were vaguely addressed, with more emphasis on events like Culture Day and after-school programs....
4.0 parent
5/29/2025
My child has been going to this school for several years now, but like all schools, it does have its flaws. The school could use a facelift but the academics are extremely strong. The classroom teachers are very dedicated and the specialist teachers are amazing. We love the technology program of the...
2.0 parent
1/25/2025
I am extremely disappointed with the kindergarten program at this school. When we enrolled my daughter, I was sold on a program with 24 students, 2 teachers, & an aide, promising a challenging, 1st-grade level experience. However, the reality has been far from that. After only a few months, the expe...
1.0 parent
12/5/2024
It saddens me to write this review on a school that used to be held to such a higher standard. I have had an older child go through VPS, and the difference from then to now, is night and day. The culture that was once a predominant school is no longer. Ever since Mr. Black left the transparency and...

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Valley Preparatory School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 1605 Ford St in Redlands, CA. Annual tuition is $12,500. The school has a total enrollment of 160 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Valley Preparatory School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average home value in this area is $799,097. Discover additional schools in the area, like Excelsior Charter Schools Redlands, Redlands Adventist Academy, Arrowhead Christian Academy Upper School, and more. Learn more about what Redlands has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Valley Preparatory School.

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