For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 317 students in Calimesa, CA (there are 1 public school, serving 1,078 public students). 23% of all K-12 students in Calimesa, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in Calimesa, CA is Mesa Grande Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is same as the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
50% of private schools in Calimesa, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).
Top Ranked Calimesa Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mesa Grande Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
975 Fremont St
Calimesa, CA 92320
(909) 795-1112
Calimesa, CA 92320
(909) 795-1112
Gr: K-12 | 280 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Monty's Montessori Academy
Montessori School
9580 Calimesa Blvd
Calimesa, CA 92320
(909) 435-4161
Calimesa, CA 92320
(909) 435-4161
Gr: K-6 | 37 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Calimesa, CA?
The top ranked private schools in Calimesa, CA is Mesa Grande Academy.
How many private schools are located in Calimesa?
2 private schools are located in Calimesa.
What percentage of students in Calimesa go to private school?
23% of all K-12 students in Calimesa are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Calimesa?
50% of private schools in Calimesa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).
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