For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 603 students in 90249, CA (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,586 public students). 28% of all K-12 students in 90249, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private school in 90249, CA is Junipero Serra High School.
The average acceptance rate is 65%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
100% of private schools in 90249, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked 90249 California Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14830 Van Ness Avenue
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 324-6675
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 324-6675
Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
13510 Van Ness Ave
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 327-9133
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 327-9133
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students
90249, California Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2814 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Gardena, CA 90249
(424) 329-0471
Gardena, CA 90249
(424) 329-0471
Gr: K-8 | 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 90249, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in 90249, CA is Junipero Serra High School.
How many private schools are located in 90249?
2 private schools are located in 90249.
What percentage of students in 90249 go to private school?
28% of all K-12 students in 90249 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 90249?
100% of private schools in 90249 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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