For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 612 students in Lakeside, CA (there are 13 public schools, serving 6,756 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in Lakeside, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
50% of private schools in Lakeside, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and African Methodist Episcopal).
Private Schools in Lakeside, CA (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Foothills Christian Elementary School
(African Methodist Episcopal)
10404 Lake Jennings Park Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-2295
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-2295
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Tuition listed
Montessori E City Presch And Kindergarten
Montessori School
9840 Maine Ave
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-0902
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 561-0902
Gr: NS | 84 students
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
(Catholic)
9825 Pino Dr
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 443-1440
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 443-1440
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students
Lakeside, California Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11830 Waterhill Road
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 857-4801
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 857-4801
Gr: K-2 | 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Lakeside, CA?
4 private schools are located in Lakeside, CA.
What percentage of students in Lakeside go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Lakeside are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Lakeside?
50% of private schools in Lakeside are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and African Methodist Episcopal).
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