For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,657 students in 92626, CA (there are 36 public schools, serving 18,544 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, St. John The Baptist Catholic School, and Mariners Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
Top Ranked 92626 California Private Schools (2025-26)
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: K-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, St. John The Baptist Catholic School, and Mariners Christian 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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