Top 20 Best Sacramento County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 125 private schools serving 19,673 students in Sacramento County, CA (there are 390 public schools, serving 248,017 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Sacramento County, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The best top ranked private schools in Sacramento County, CA include Brookfield School, Merryhill Elementary & Middle School in Midtown and Sacramento Country Day School.
The average tuition cost is $10,382, which is lower than the California private school average tuition cost of $16,776.
51% of private schools in Sacramento County, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Sacramento County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Brookfield School
Brookfield School Photo - Brookfield has been educating students in the Sacramento area for over 50 years. Our graduating students are regularly accepted to their first choice of high school.
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
6115 Riverside Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 442-1255
Grades: PK-8
| 216 students
2600 V Street
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 429-6055
Grades: PK-8
| 400 students
2636 Latham Drive
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 481-8811
Grades: PK-12
| 587 students
Capital Innovations Academy
Capital Innovations Academy Photo - The gangs all here!
(2)
1828 Tribute Rd., Suite H
Sacramento, CA 95815
(530) 400-7619
Grades: 6-12
| 29 students
9036 Calvine Rd
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 689-7236
Grades: PK-8
| 240 students
READ Academy of Sacramento
READ Academy of Sacramento Photo
Alternative School
2565 Millcreek Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 258-2080
Grades: 2-9
| 45 students
6990 65th St
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 391-3333
Grades: PK-12
| 357 students
Bradshaw Christian High School
(Christian)
8324 Bradshaw Road
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 688-0521
Grades: PK-12
| 1,103 students
Capital Christian School
Capital Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(2)
9470 Micron Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95827
(916) 856-5611
Grades: PK-12
| 902 students
Christian Brothers High School
Christian Brothers High School Photo
(Catholic)
4315 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95820
(916) 733-3674
Grades: 9-12
| 1,157 students
Cornerstone Christian School
Cornerstone Christian School Photo - Elementary students wearing Chapel Dress.
(Christian)
(5)
5073 Andrea Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95842
(916) 334-6236
Grades: PK-12
| 238 students
Courtyard Private School
Courtyard Private School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(7)
205 24th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 442-5395
Grades: PK-8
| 124 students
Cristo Rey High School
(Catholic)
8475 Jackson Road
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 733-2660
Grades: 9-12
| 373 students
Holy Spirit Parish School
Holy Spirit Parish School Photo
(Catholic)
3920 W Land Park Dr
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 448-5663
Grades: K-8
| 326 students
Jesuit High School
All-boys (Catholic)
(1)
1200 Jacob Lane
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 482-6060
Grades: 9-12
| 1,008 students
Our Lady Of The Assumption School
Our Lady Of The Assumption School Photo - OLA Students strive to be Responsible and respectful citizens who: * Recognize all individuals as God?'s creations. * Interact with others in a spirit of peace and justice. * Demonstrate a sense of patriotism.
(Catholic)
2141 Walnut Ave
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 489-8958
Grades: PK-8
| 343 students
Presentation Of The Blessed Mary School
(Catholic)
(2)
3100 Norris Ave
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 482-0351
Grades: PK-8
| 284 students
Sacramento Adventist Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
5601 Winding Way
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 481-2300
Grades: K-12
| 333 students
Sacramento Waldorf School
Sacramento Waldorf School Photo - Sacramento Waldorf High School provides a comprehensive education, an academic and arts-infused curriculum within a community of passionate students, dedicated teachers, and involved parents.
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
3750 Bannister Road
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 361-3900
Grades: PK-12
| 459 students
Sacred Heart Continuation School
(Catholic)
856 39th St
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 456-1576
Grades: PK-8
| 320 students
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
9539 Racquet Ct
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 684-7903
Grades: PK-8
| 467 students
St. Francis Catholic High School
St. Francis Catholic High School Photo - For sixty-five years, St. Francis High School has been more than an outstanding educational institution for young women. St. Francis continues to be a living, growing community of faith, excellence, leadership and service. As a Catholic school, St. Francis High School embraces the teachings and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. While serving the Catholic families of the diocese of Sacramento, St. Francis also welcomes individuals of other faiths, recognizing the unique gifts they bring to the greater community.
All-girls (Catholic)
5900 Elvas Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 452-3461
Grades: 9-12
| 1,091 students
2500 K St
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 442-5494
Grades: K-8
| 324 students
St. Ignatius Parish School
(Catholic)
3245 Arden Way
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 488-3907
Grades: PK-8
| 441 students
St. John Notre Dame School
(Catholic)
309 Montrose Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 985-4129
Grades: K-8
| 360 students
5701 Locust Avenue
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 481-8845
Grades: PK-8
| 270 students
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
(1)
1351 58th St
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 452-1100
Grades: PK-8
| 375 students
St. Patrick Academy
(Catholic)
(30)
5945 Franklin Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 421-4963
Grades: PK-8
| 313 students
St. Robert School
(Catholic)
2251 Irvin Way
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 452-2111
Grades: PK-8
| 214 students
Shalom School
Shalom School Photo
(Jewish)
2320 Sierra Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 485-4151
Grades: NS-6
| 99 students
Trinity Christian School
Trinity Christian School Photo
(Assembly of God)
5225 Hillsdale Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95842
(916) 331-7377
Grades: NS-12
| 286 students
Abc School
Special Education School
(1)
4540 Harlin Dr
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 364-7800
Grades: PK-12
| 58 students
Aldar Academy
Aldar Academy Photo - Each year Aldar Academy gifts each of its students with a backpack full of supplies. These backpacks are given free of charge so that each child has the the tools that are necessary to complete their school and homework assignments.
Special Education School
(1)
4436 Engle Road
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 485-9685
Grades: K-12
| 56 students
Almondale Academy
Almondale Academy Photo - Back view of the "Little House" and patio play area. Painting done by students.
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
8616 Greenback Ln
Orangevale, CA 95662
(916) 988-8611
Grades: K-10
| 15 students
Antelope Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
4533 Antelope Rd
Antelope, CA 95843
(916) 727-1197
Grades: PK-8
| 150 students
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Sacramento County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3600 Fair Oaks Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 489-5316
Grades: 2-12
| 28 students
2052 W La Loma Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
(916) 363-4616
Grades: NS-2
| 69 students
2661 Northrop Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 484-1441
Grades: K
| 20 students
6446 Sylvan Road
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
(916) 723-2500
Grades: PK-6
| 224 students
Gloria Dei Lutheran School (Closed 2010)
(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
Po Box 246094
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 428-1127
Grades: K-9
| 164 students
5700 13th Ave
Sacramento, CA 95820
(916) 457-5621
Grades: K-9
| 205 students
744 P Street Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 444-0029
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Lighthouse (Closed 2023)
Daycare / Preschool
6201 S St T08
Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 732-6680
Grades: PK-K
| 91 students
2360 El Camino Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 482-7793
Grades: 9-12
| 472 students
Martins' Achievement School (Closed 2014)
All-boys | Special Education School
Po Box 560
Citrus Heights, CA 95611
(916) 338-1001
Grades: 7-12
| 33 students
Milhouse School Inc. Brodshaw (Closed 2017)
All-boys | Special Education School
6171 Bradshaw Road
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 368-2223
Grades: 9-12
| 6 students
Mvp Diamond Academy (Closed 2019)
Special Program Emphasis
2891 32nd Ave
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 421-1995
Grades: 6-8
| 12 students
7720 24th Street
Sacramento, CA 95832
(916) 422-3142
Grades: 5-8
| 37 students
4659 Dry Creek Rd
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 952-9680
Grades: 1-12
| 49 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Sacramento County, CA?
The top ranked private schools in Sacramento County, CA include Brookfield School, Merryhill Elementary & Middle School in Midtown and Sacramento Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in Sacramento County, CA?
125 private schools are located in Sacramento County, CA.
How much do private schools cost in Sacramento County, CA?
The average tuition cost is $10,382, which is lower than the California private school average tuition cost of $16,776.
How diverse are private schools in Sacramento County, CA?
Sacramento County, CA private schools are approximately 46% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in Sacramento County, CA go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Sacramento County, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Sacramento County, CA?
51% of private schools in Sacramento County, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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