Corpus Christi School Photo - 5th grade Painted Turtle Outreach

Best Pacific Palisades Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 1,407 students in Pacific Palisades, CA.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Pacific Palisades, CA include Corpus Christi School, Village School, and St. Matthew's Parish School.
60% of private elementary schools in Pacific Palisades, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top-Ranked Pacific Palisades Private Elementary 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
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

Overview

This Town (Pacific Palisades)
This State (CA)
# Schools
5 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,407 Students
505,028 Students
% Average Students of Color
14%
50%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
191 Teachers
44,280 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
59%
Average Class Size
20 students
17 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,645
$17,608
Average % on Financial Aid
12%
28%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.41
0.74
# American Indian Students
n/a
2,780 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
79 Students
57,646 Students
% Asian Students
6%
12%
# Hispanic Students
25 Students
81,074 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
17%
# Black Students
18 Students
23,453 Students
% Black Students
1%
5%
# White Students
1,059 Students
193,485 Students
% White Students
75%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
3,903 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
226 Students
122,442 Students
% of Others Students
16%
25%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
5 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
6 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in Pacific Palisades, CA?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Pacific Palisades, CA include Corpus Christi School, Village School, and St. Matthew's Parish School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Pacific Palisades?
5 private elementary schools are located in Pacific Palisades.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Pacific Palisades?
Pacific Palisades private elementary schools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Pacific Palisades?
60% of private elementary schools in Pacific Palisades are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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