For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,657 students in 92626, CA (there are 36 public schools, serving 18,486 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 92626, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 92626, CA include International Christian Montessori Academy, Mariners Christian School, and St. John The Baptist Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
Top-Ranked 92626 California Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
International Christian Montessori Academy
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Gr: PK-6 | 90 students Avg. class size: 20 students
300 Fischer Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 437-1700
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 437-1700
Gr: PK-8 | 744 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ![St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo]( "St. John The Baptist Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
1021 Baker St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-5060
Gr: PK-8 | 553 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Christian Montessori School-costa Mesa
Montessori School (Christian)
2950 Mcclintock Way
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 966-0303
Gr: PK-6 | 57 students Avg. class size: 10 students
102 Baker Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 930-6638
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 930-6638
Gr: NS-8 | 137 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Giant Step Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
758 Saint Clair St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 540-1775
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 540-1775
Gr: PK-K | 44 students
3025 Deodar Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 549-3803
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 549-3803
Gr: K-6 | 32 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 92626, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in 92626, CA include International Christian Montessori Academy, Mariners Christian School, and St. John The Baptist Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 92626?
7 private schools are located in 92626.
How diverse are private schools in 92626?
92626 private schools are approximately 42% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in 92626 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 92626 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
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