For the 2025 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)
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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