For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 98 students in 95540, CA (there are 8 public schools, serving 2,284 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in 95540, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private school in 95540, CA is Fortuna Junior Academy.
100% of private schools in 95540, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).
Top-Ranked 95540 California Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 Ross Hill Rd
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-2988
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-2988
Gr: 3-8 | 9 students Tuition listed
New Life Christian School
(Christian)
1355 Ross HIll Road
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-9136
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-9136
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
95540, California Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
North Coast Mennonite (Closed 2025)
(Mennonite)
3131 Mcdermott St
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 768-1709
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 768-1709
Gr: 1-10 | 29 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 95540, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in 95540, CA is Fortuna Junior Academy.
How many private schools are located in 95540?
2 private schools are located in 95540.
What percentage of students in 95540 go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in 95540 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 95540?
100% of private schools in 95540 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).
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