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Best 92024 California Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 1,784 students in 92024, CA.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 92024, CA include The Grauer School, Encinitas Country Day School, and The Rhoades School of Encinitas.
The average acceptance rate is 72%, which is lower than the California private elementary school average acceptance rate of 83%.
20% of private elementary schools in 92024, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,784
  • Average Tuition: $23,175
  • Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 14%
  • View 92024 California School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,784
  • Average Tuition: $23,175
  • Acceptance Rate: 72%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 14%
  • View 92024 California School Trends

Top Ranked 92024 California Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

The Rhoades School of Encinitas Photo
The Rhoades School of Encinitas
Gr: NS-8 | 666 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 9
141 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 965-3155
(1)
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Pacific Academy
Gr: K-12 | 82 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 8
679 Encinitas Blvd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 634-1188
(11)
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Encinitas Country Day School
Gr: PK-8 | 323 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 7
3616 Manchester Avenue
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 942-1111
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The Grauer School
Gr: 7-12 | 172 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 18
1500 El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-6777
(1)
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St. John Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 541 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
1003 Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-8227
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92024, California Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

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Leport Montessori Encinitas
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Montessori School
520 Balour Dr
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 632-1093
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Montessori Childrens House
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Montessori School
220 Calle De Madera
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-4402
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Rancho Encinitas Academy
Gr: K-8 | 34 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
910 Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 942-2011
(1)
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Santa Fe Christian School Ctr/ear
Gr: NS | 122 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
845 Santa Fe Dr
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-4952
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 92024, CA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 92024, CA include The Grauer School, Encinitas Country Day School, and The Rhoades School of Encinitas.
How many private elementary schools are located in 92024?
5 private elementary schools are located in 92024.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 92024?
92024 private elementary schools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 92024?
20% of private elementary schools in 92024 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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