For the 2024 school year, there are 3,822 private schools serving 653,209 students in California (there are 10,378 public schools, serving 5,877,829 students). 10% of all K-12 students in California are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $16,210 for elementary schools and $22,479 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in California include Cate School, The Webb Schools and Castilleja School.
The average acceptance rate is 84% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 51% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked California Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in California?
The best top ranked private schools in California include Cate School, The Webb Schools and Castilleja School.
How many private schools are located in California?
3,822 private schools are located in California.
How much do private schools cost in California?
The average private school tuition in California is $16,210 for elementary schools and $22,479 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in California?
California private schools are approximately 51% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in California go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in California are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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