Public preschools in California achieve an average math proficiency of 25% (2026-27).
The public preschools with the highest math proficiency are listed below (where sufficient data available).
The public preschool with the highest math proficiency in California is California Virtual San Mateo, with 35%.
Math Proficiency Range: 17%
35%
Avg. Math Proficiency: 25%
Math Proficiency Trends
| Year | California (CA) Average | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 34% | 41% |
| 2022 | 33% | 39% |
| 2021 | 34% | 38% |
| 2019 | 40% | 47% |
| 2018 | 39% | 46% |
| 2017 | 38% | 49% |
| 2016 | 37% | 49% |
| 2015 | 34% | 48% |
| 2014 | 63% | 63% |
| 2013 | 59% | 64% |
| 2012 | 59% | 68% |
Top Math Proficiency Public Preschools in California (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Math Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
California Virtual San Mateo
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Math Proficiency: 35%
Grades: PK-12
50 Moreland Rd.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
California Virtual @ San Diego
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Math Proficiency: 27%
Grades: PK-12
50 Moreland Rd.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
California Virtual @ Sonoma
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Math Proficiency: 27%
Grades: PK-12
50 Morland Rd.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Rank: #44.
California Virtual At Sutter
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Math Proficiency: 26%
Grades: PK-12
50 Moreland Rd.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Rank: #55.
California Virtual Academy At Kings
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Math Proficiency: 23%
Grades: PK-12
50 Moreland Rd.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Rank: #66.
California Virtual @ Los Angeles
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Math Proficiency: 22%
Grades: PK-12
50 Moreland Rd.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Rank: #77.
California Virtual At Fresno
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Math Proficiency: 21%
Grades: PK-12
50 Moreland Rd.
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 581-0202
Rank: #88.
Meiners Oaks Early Education
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Math Proficiency: 15-19%
Grades: K
400 South Lomita Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4378
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4378
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the California average public preschools math proficiency?
The California average public preschools math proficiency is 25%% for 2026-27.
What are the public preschools with the highest math proficiency in California?
The best top-ranked public preschools in California include California Virtual San Mateo, California Virtual @ San Diego and California Virtual @ Sonoma.
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