St. Nicholas School Photo - Students perform in a Christmas Extravaganza and in a Celebration of Greek Independence Day. Students receive Greek language instruction as part of the curriculum for Kindergarten through 5th grade. Students celebrate their own heritage as part of the curriculum through "show and tell", social studies, and creative projects.

Best California Greek Orthodox Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 greek orthodox private schools serving 351 students in California. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in California.
The top-ranked greek orthodox private schools in California include St. Timothy Orthodox Academy and St. Nicholas School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.

Top-Ranked Greek Orthodox Private Schools in California (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Nicholas School
St. Nicholas School Photo - Students perform in a Christmas Extravaganza and in a Celebration of Greek Independence Day. Students receive Greek language instruction as part of the curriculum for Kindergarten through 5th grade. Students celebrate their own heritage as part of the curriculum through "show and tell", social studies, and creative projects.
(Greek Orthodox)
(2)
9501 Balboa Blvd
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 886-6751
Gr: NS-8 | 280 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Timothy Orthodox Academy
(Greek Orthodox)
4593 Central Way
Fairfield, CA 94534
(707) 864-6236
Gr: 5-11 | 8 students
Holy Trinity Orthodox School
(Greek Orthodox)
999 Brotherhood Way
San Francisco, CA 94132
(415) 584-8451
Gr: K-8 | 32 students
St. Lawrence Academy
St. Lawrence Academy Photo - Hike in Henry Cowell
(Greek Orthodox)
6184 Highway 9
Felton, CA 95018
(831) 335-0328
Gr: K-8 | 31 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed

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