Private School Review - Established 2003
Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo
St. Mary's School
Academy On The Hills

Aliso Viejo Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,507 students in Aliso Viejo, CA, 15% of all K-12 students in Aliso Viejo, CA are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The average acceptance rate is 64%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
29% of private schools in Aliso Viejo, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Aliso Viejo Private Schools (2026-27)

Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo Photo
Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo
Gr: 4-12
Avg. class size: 1 student
Alternative School
120 Vantis Dr, Suite 100
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(877) 673-8893
View Profile
St. Mary's School Photo
St. Mary's School
Gr: NS-8 | 702 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 35
Episcopal
7 Pursuit
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-9027
(2)
View Profile
Aliso Viejo Christian School Photo
Aliso Viejo Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 423 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 11
Christian
1 Orion
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 389-0300
(6)
View Profile
Academy On The Hills Photo
Academy On The Hills
Gr: NS-K | 136 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Daycare / Preschool
10 Mareblu
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 360-7022
View Profile
Aliso Viejo KinderCare Photo
Aliso Viejo KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK | 86 students
Daycare / Preschool
25507 Moulton Pkwy
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 470-0099
View Profile
Map of The Discovery Preparatory School
The Discovery Preparatory School
Gr: 6-12 | 27 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
2A Liberty
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 614-0199
(1)
View Profile
Vandamme Academy Photo
Vandamme Academy
Gr: K-8 | 133 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 4
2A Liberty
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 510-4861
(2)
View Profile

Aliso Viejo, CA Private School Trends

7
Private Schools
1,507
Students
$16,595
Avg. Tuition
13
Avg. Class Size
20%
Students of Color
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Download town snapshot: CSV | XML | JSON Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission.
Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Aliso Viejo)
This State (CA)
# Schools
7 Schools
3,908 Schools
# Students
1,507 Students
659,615 Students
% Students of Color
20%
52%
0.55
0.74
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
2 Students
3,574 Students
% American Indian Students
<1%
1%
# Asian Students
133 Students
71,777 Students
% Asian Students
9%
11%
# Hispanic Students
96 Students
104,405 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
16%
# Black Students
13 Students
30,221 Students
% Black Students
1%
5%
# White Students
965 Students
235,730 Students
% White Students
64%
37%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
5,499 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
1%
# Others Students
305 Students
188,740 Students
% of Others Students
20%
29%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
198 Teachers
55,836 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
60%
Average Class Size
13 students
17 students
Average Number of AP Courses
21 courses
15 courses
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,595
$17,625
Average % on Financial Aid
15%
29%
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
64%
83%
Average Number of Extracurriculars
14 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
6 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Aliso Viejo, CA?
The top ranked private schools in Aliso Viejo, CA include Aliso Viejo Christian School, Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo, and St. Mary's School.
How many private schools are located in Aliso Viejo?
7 private schools are located in Aliso Viejo.
How diverse are private schools in Aliso Viejo?
Aliso Viejo private schools are approximately 20% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 52%.
What percentage of students in Aliso Viejo go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Aliso Viejo are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Aliso Viejo?
29% of private schools in Aliso Viejo are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

Recent Articles

When a Private School Changes Head of School
When a Private School Changes Head of School
A private school leadership change can raise important questions. Learn how to evaluate head of school transitions, identify warning signs, and protect your child's educational experience before enrolling confidently.
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Could your private school financial aid shrink next year? Learn why awards change, how income and school budgets affect renewal, and what parents can do to protect affordability long-term.
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Understand how need-blind and need-aware private school admissions affect acceptance decisions, financial aid eligibility, and affordability, with practical guidance to help parents compare schools, ask questions, and plan confidently ahead.
Area schools map

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (CA):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA:

Most Popular Articles

School Rankings by Category
School Rankings by Category
 What's In A Grade?
What's In A Grade?
How Private Schools Handle Mid-Year Enrollment Changes and Tuition Refunds
How Private Schools Handle Mid-Year Enrollment Changes and Tuition Re...

More Articles

Opinion
Paying For It
Why Private School
COVID-19
High School