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California Alternative Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 150 alternative private elementary schools serving 10,992 students in California.

The alternative private elementary schools in California include Fusion Academy Anaheim Hills, Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo, and Fusion Academy Irvine.

The average tuition cost is $20,051, which is higher than the California private elementary school average tuition cost of $17,229.

32% of alternative private elementary schools in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 150
# Students Served: 10,992

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 150
# Students Served: 10,992

California Alternative Private Elementary Schools Trends

151

Private Schools

10,992

Students

$20,051

Avg. Tuition

8

Avg. Class Size

37%

Students of Color

6:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private elementary schools in California?

The alternative private elementary schools in California include Fusion Academy Anaheim Hills, Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo, and Fusion Academy Irvine.

How many alternative private elementary schools are located in California?

150 alternative private elementary schools are located in California.

How much do alternative private elementary schools cost in California?

The average tuition cost is $20,051, which is higher than the California private school average tuition cost of $17,229.

How diverse are alternative private elementary schools in California?

California alternative private elementary schools are approximately 37% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.

What percentage of alternative private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in California?

32% of alternative private elementary schools in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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