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Best La Mirada Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,557 students in La Mirada, CA (there are 10 public schools, serving 5,725 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in La Mirada, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
100% of private schools in La Mirada, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked La Mirada Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
13021 Santa Gertrudes Ave
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 943-3218
Gr: K-8 | 273 students Avg. class size: 15 students
12200 Oxford Drive
La Mirada, CA 90638
(556) 290-2179
Gr: PK-4 | 440 students
Biola Youth Academics Private Satellite Program
Alternative School (Christian)
14540 San Cristobal
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 777-4087
Gr: 1-12 | 157 students
Eagle Nest Preschool, Toddler & Infant Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
14340 Valley View Avenue
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 944-8381
Gr: NS-5 | 90 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Foundation Christian
(Christian)
14901 Adelfa Dr
La Mirada, CA 90637
(562) 345-5000
Gr: 1-12 | 183 students
12900 Bluefield Ave
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 947-3309
Gr: 5-8 | 256 students
St. Paul Of The Cross School
(Catholic)
14030 Foster Rd
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 445-4542
Gr: K-8 | 158 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in La Mirada, CA?
How many private schools are located in La Mirada?
7 private schools are located in La Mirada.
How diverse are private schools in La Mirada?
La Mirada private schools are approximately 52% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in La Mirada go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in La Mirada are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in La Mirada?
100% of private schools in La Mirada are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in La Mirada are often viewed compared to one another?

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