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California Alternative Private High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 116 alternative private high schools serving 8,771 students in California.

The alternative private high schools in California include Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo, Fusion Academy Irvine, and Fusion Academy Berkeley.

The average tuition cost is $15,021, which is lower than the California private high school average tuition cost of $23,667.

36% of alternative private high schools in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 116
# Students Served: 8,771

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 116
# Students Served: 8,771

California Alternative Private High Schools Trends

118

Private Schools

8,771

Students

$15,021

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

44%

Students of Color

6:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The alternative private high schools in California include Fusion Academy Aliso Viejo, Fusion Academy Irvine, and Fusion Academy Berkeley.

How many alternative private high schools are located in California?

116 alternative private high schools are located in California.

How much do alternative private high schools cost in California?

The average tuition cost is $15,021, which is lower than the California private school average tuition cost of $23,667.

How diverse are alternative private high schools in California?

California alternative private high schools are approximately 44% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.

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

36% of alternative private high schools in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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