Best La Quinta Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 206 students in La Quinta, CA (there are 8 public schools, serving 5,362 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in La Quinta, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
33% of private schools in La Quinta, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).

Private Schools in La Quinta, CA (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Desert Christian Private School
Alternative School
78365 Hwy 111 Ste 401
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 702-5324
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
First School Of The Desert-La Quinta
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
44996 Adams St
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 799-2999
Gr: NS-PK | 149 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 2
50-800 Calle Paloma
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 799-8970
Gr: K-8 | 27 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in La Quinta, CA?
3 private schools are located in La Quinta, CA.
What percentage of students in La Quinta go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in La Quinta are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in La Quinta?
33% of private schools in La Quinta are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).

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