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Best 95340 California Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 613 students in 95340, CA (there are 17 public schools, serving 8,769 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 95340, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 95340, CA is Our Lady Of Mercy School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
75% of private schools in 95340, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 95340 California Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Our Lady Of Mercy School
Our Lady Of Mercy School
Gr: PK-8 | 360 students
Catholic
1400 E 27th St
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 722-7496
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Map of Harest Christian School
Harest Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students
Christian
161 E 16th St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 384-0770
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Map of Merced Montessori School
Merced Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 65 students
Daycare / Preschool
436 W 21st St
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 722-9823
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St. Paul School
Gr: PK-6 | 143 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 1
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
2916 Mckee Road
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 383-3302
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95340, California Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Acts Christian School
Acts Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 50 students
Pentecostal
2745 E Hwy 140
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 722-6331
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 95340, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 95340, CA is Our Lady Of Mercy School.
How many private schools are located in 95340?
4 private schools are located in 95340.
What percentage of students in 95340 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 95340 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 95340?
75% of private schools in 95340 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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