Calvary Christian School Photo - With state-of-art facilities and technology, we strive to provide the best environment for each student to develop to his or her fullest potential academically, physically, socially and spiritually. Campus has been beautifully remediated and restored following the Palisades fire.

Best Pacific Palisades Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,461 students in Pacific Palisades, CA (there are 3 public schools, serving 3,718 public students). 28% of all K-12 students in Pacific Palisades, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in Pacific Palisades, CA include Corpus Christi School, Village School, and St. Matthew's Parish School.
50% of private schools in Pacific Palisades, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Pacific Palisades Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian School
Calvary Christian School Photo - Community Service has been a trademark and source of pride at Calvary Christian School and is an integral part of the school's mission and the way that it increases empathy, compassion and a broader worldview for our students.
(Christian)
701 Palisades Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-0082
Gr: NS-8 | 368 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Corpus Christi School
Corpus Christi School Photo - 7th & 8th grade students learn the importance of CPR!
(Catholic)
890 Toyopa Dr
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-9411
Gr: K-8 | 234 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
St. Matthew's Parish School
St. Matthew's Parish School Photo
(Episcopal)
1031 Bienveneda Avenue
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-1350
Gr: NS-8 | 345 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Village School
(2)
780 Swarthmore Ave
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 459-8411
Gr: PK-6 | 292 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Palisades Montessori
Montessori School
16706 Marquez Ave
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 454-6497
Gr: PK-K | 54 students Avg. class size: 10 students
15240 La Cruz Drive
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 230-0257
Gr: K-6 | 168 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Pacific Palisades, California

Pacific Palisades, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
881 Alma Real Dr Ste 216
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 310-3249
Gr: 3-7 | 3 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Pacific Palisades, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in Pacific Palisades, CA include Corpus Christi School, Village School, and St. Matthew's Parish School.
How many private schools are located in Pacific Palisades?
6 private schools are located in Pacific Palisades.
How diverse are private schools in Pacific Palisades?
Pacific Palisades private schools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in Pacific Palisades go to private school?
28% of all K-12 students in Pacific Palisades are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Pacific Palisades?
50% of private schools in Pacific Palisades are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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