Best 93117 California Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 569 students in 93117, CA (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,102 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 93117, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
25% of private schools in 93117, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Private Schools in 93117, CA (2026-27)

Coastline Christian Academy Photo
Gr: K-8 | 142 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 1
Christian
5950 Cathedral Oaks Rd
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 967-5834
Montessori Center School Photo
Gr: PK-6 | 263 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 11
Montessori School
401 N Fairview Ave # 1
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 693-9383
South Coast Montessori Photo
Gr: PK-K | 92 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Montessori School
7421 Mirano Dr
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 845-6555
(3)
South Coast Montessori School Photo
Gr: NS-6 | 72 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Montessori School
7421 Mirano Dr
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 845-6555
(4)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 93117, CA?
4 private schools are located in 93117, CA.
What percentage of students in 93117 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 93117 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 93117?
25% of private schools in 93117 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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