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Best California Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) serving 2,254 students in California. You can also find more schools membership associations in California.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California include Kolbe Academy, Santa Clara Elementary School, and St. Monica Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
100% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California (2026-27)

Kolbe Academy Photo
Kolbe Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,597 students
Alternative School (Catholic)
1600 F Street
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 255-6499
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St. Monica Academy Photo
St. Monica Academy
Gr: 1-12 | 270 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
2361 Del Mar Rd.
Montrose, CA 91020
(818) 369-7310
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Map of Santa Clara Elementary School
Santa Clara Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 225 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 2
Catholic
324 South E Street
Oxnard, CA 93030
(805) 483-6935
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Map of Kolbe Academy & Trinity Prep
Kolbe Academy & Trinity Prep
Gr: K-12 | 162 students
Catholic
2055 Redwood Rd.
Napa, CA 94558
(707) 258-9030
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California include Kolbe Academy, Santa Clara Elementary School, and St. Monica Academy.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in California?
4 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in California.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are religiously affiliated in California?
100% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Private Schools
2,254
Students
$11,526
Avg. Tuition
27%
Students of Color
27:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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