95959 California Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 76 students in 95959, CA (there are 10 public schools, serving 2,573 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 95959, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 95959, CA is Echo Ridge Christian School.
67% of private schools in 95959, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Seventh Day Adventist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 95959 California Private Schools (2026-27)

Echo Ridge Christian School Photo
Gr: K-8 | 36 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Seventh Day Adventist
15504 Liberty Cir
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-2057
Ananda Living Wisdom School Photo
Gr: K-12 | 25 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 8
14618 Tyler Foote Road
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 478-7640
Map of Mountain Valley School
Gr: 8-12 | 15 students
All-boys | Alternative School
24077 State Highway 49
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-9057

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 95959, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 95959, CA is Echo Ridge Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 95959?
3 private schools are located in 95959.
What percentage of students in 95959 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 95959 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 95959?
67% of private schools in 95959 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Seventh Day Adventist).

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