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Best 94618 California Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 1,010 students in 94618, CA.
The top-ranked private elementary school in 94618, CA is Bentley School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the California private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
33% of private elementary schools in 94618, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked 94618 California Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Bentley School
(3)
1 Hiller Dr
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 843-2512
Gr: K-12 | 700 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Aurora School
Aurora School Photo - At Aurora we believe that play is an important part of childhood. Students have two scheduled recesses each day in addition to lots of opportunities to move their bodies throughout the day.
40 Dulwich Rd
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 428-2606
Gr: K-8 | 82 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Theresa School
St. Theresa School Photo - Our state-of-the-art gymnasium and event center is used by our students and Parish community for events as well as for physical education classes and CYO basketball and volleyball practices and games.
(Catholic)
(26)
4850 Clarewood Drive
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 547-3146
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in 94618, CA?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 94618, CA is Bentley School.
How many private elementary schools are located in 94618?
3 private elementary schools are located in 94618.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 94618?
33% of private elementary schools in 94618 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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