For the 2025 school year, there are 543 catholic private elementary schools serving 146,914 students in California. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in California.
The top ranked catholic private elementary schools in California include All Souls World Language Catholic School, Chaminade College Preparatory Middle School, and Convent & Stuart Hall.
The average tuition cost is $9,181, which is lower than the California private elementary school average tuition cost of $17,263.
Top Ranked Catholic Private Elementary Schools in California (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1301 Rollin St
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-4354
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-4354
Grades: PK-8
| 310 students
5515 Franklin Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 461-3651
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 461-3651
Grades: 6-12
| 633 students
Mission Basilica School![Mission Basilica School Photo - MBS has two technology labs]( "Mission Basilica School Photo - MBS has two technology labs")
(Catholic)
31641 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 234-1385
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 234-1385
Grades: NS-8
| 265 students
Palma School![Palma School Photo - Palma is a college-preparatory, Catholic co-ed high school with an all-boy junior high school (grades 6-8) owned and operated by The Christian Brothers Institute of California.]( "Palma School Photo - Palma is a college-preparatory, Catholic co-ed high school with an all-boy junior high school (grades 6-8) owned and operated by The Christian Brothers Institute of California.")
All-boys (Catholic)
919 Iverson St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 422-6391
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 422-6391
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
32451 Bear Brand Road
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 276-6700
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 276-6700
Grades: PK-8
| 534 students
St. Francis De Sales School![St. Francis De Sales School Photo]( "St. Francis De Sales School Photo")
(Catholic)
4205 Mulberry Street
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 683-5083
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 683-5083
Grades: K-8
| 151 students
32650 Avenida Lestonnac
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-2505
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-2505
Grades: PK-12
| 707 students
15542 Pomerado Rd
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 485-1303
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 485-1303
Grades: PK-8
| 595 students
1840 Grant Road
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 880-1456
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 880-1456
Grades: PK-8
| 545 students
All Souls Catholic Elementary School![All Souls Catholic Elementary School Photo - All Souls has a 1:1 chrome book program]( "All Souls Catholic Elementary School Photo - All Souls has a 1:1 chrome book program")
(Catholic)
479 Miller Ave
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 583-3562
South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) 583-3562
Grades: K-8
| 239 students
29 S Electric Avenue
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 282-5695
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 282-5695
Grades: PK-8
| 344 students
American Martyrs School
(Catholic)
1701 Laurel Avenue
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-8559
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 545-8559
Grades: K-8
| 684 students
500 West 111th Place
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 756-4085
Los Angeles, CA 90044
(323) 756-4085
Grades: PK-8
| 252 students
2660 East Orange Grove
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 793-2089
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 793-2089
Grades: K-8
| 199 students
Assumption School
(Catholic)
1851 136th Ave
San Leandro, CA 94578
(510) 357-8772
San Leandro, CA 94578
(510) 357-8772
Grades: K-8
| 250 students
Beatitudes Of Our Lord Catholic School
(Catholic)
13021 Santa Gertrudes Ave
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 943-3218
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 943-3218
Grades: K-8
| 273 students
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
(Catholic)
14146 Olive St
Westminster, CA 92683
(714) 893-7701
Westminster, CA 92683
(714) 893-7701
Grades: PK-8
| 269 students
Cathedral Of Annunciation School
(Catholic)
1110 N Lincoln St
Stockton, CA 95203
(209) 444-4000
Stockton, CA 95203
(209) 444-4000
Grades: K-8
| 234 students
19800 Devonshire St
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 363-8127
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 363-8127
Grades: 6-8
| 581 students
Christ Cathedral Academy
(Catholic)
13280 Chapman Ave
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 663-2330
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 663-2330
Grades: PK-8
| 360 students
195 B Brandon Rd
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(925) 685-1109
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(925) 685-1109
Grades: K-8
| 319 students
617 N Arden Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 462-4753
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 462-4753
Grades: K-8
| 221 students
Convent & Stuart Hall![Convent & Stuart Hall Photo]( "Convent & Stuart Hall Photo")
(Catholic)
2222 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Corpus Christi School![Corpus Christi School Photo - 7th & 8th grade students learn the importance of CPR!]( "Corpus Christi School Photo - 7th & 8th grade students learn the importance of CPR!")
(Catholic)
890 Toyopa Dr
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-9411
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-9411
Grades: K-8
| 234 students
De La Salle School/ St. John Baptist
(Catholic)
16535 Chatsworth St
Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 363-2270
Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 363-2270
Grades: K-8
| 388 students
Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires School
(Catholic)
659 Pine St
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 421-0069
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 421-0069
Grades: K-8
| 269 students
200 E Race Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 732-5831
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 732-5831
Grades: PK-8
| 237 students
Good Shepherd Catholic School
(Catholic)
8160 Gold Coast Dr
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 693-1522
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 693-1522
Grades: PK-8
| 359 students
148 South Linden Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 275-8601
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 275-8601
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
20 Reiner St
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
Daly City, CA 94014
(650) 755-0220
Grades: PK-8
| 218 students
150 Emmet
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-5852
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-5852
Grades: PK-8
| 159 students
211 E Main St
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 643-1500
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 643-1500
Grades: K-8
| 114 students
530 S Glassell St
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 538-6012
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 538-6012
Grades: PK-8
| 459 students
Holy Family Grade School![Holy Family Grade School Photo - Home of the Bulldogs]( "Holy Family Grade School Photo - Home of the Bulldogs")
(Catholic)
400 South Louise Street
Glendale, CA 91205
(818) 243-9239
Glendale, CA 91205
(818) 243-9239
Grades: PK-8
| 242 students
Show 100 more private schools in California (out of 543 total schools)
Loading...
Recent Articles
June 09, 2025
Is It Easier to Land a Private School Job When You're Already Employed?Is it easier to land a private school job when you're already employed? This article breaks down employer biases, networking advantages, and negotiation leverage—plus the latest hiring trends in independent schools. If you’re considering a move, here’s how to maximize your position.
June 09, 2025
How to Secure a Private School Job When You're Unemployed Without the StigmaFinding a private school job while unemployed can be tough, but it doesn't have to hold you back. This article breaks down networking strategies, ways to stand out, and smart approaches to keep your confidence strong. Learn how to turn setbacks into strengths and secure the right opportunity—without the stigma.
June 09, 2025
The Private School Job Hunt: Insider Tips for Employed & Unemployed EducatorsNavigating the private school job market? Whether you're employed or unemployed, the right strategy can make all the difference. This article breaks down essential steps to keep your resume sharp, expand your network, and stay visible in the education community. Learn insider tips to position yourself for success in private schools.
