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Kolbe Academy
St. Monica Academy

California Private High Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) serving 2,029 students in California.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the California private high school average acceptance rate of 81%.
100% of private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
The top ranked private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California include St. Monica Academy and Kolbe Academy.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private High 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 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 high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California?
The top ranked private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California include St. Monica Academy and Kolbe Academy.
How many private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in California?
3 private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in California.
What percentage of private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are religiously affiliated in California?
100% of private high schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
3
Private Schools
2,029
Students
$11,526
Avg. Tuition
21%
Students of Color
27:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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