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.

Best Pacific Palisades Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 1,059 students in Pacific Palisades, CA.
The top-ranked private preschools in Pacific Palisades, CA include Village School, St. Matthew's Parish School, and Calvary Christian School.
50% of private preschools in Pacific Palisades, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

Top-Ranked Pacific Palisades Private Preschools (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
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
[+] 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
4 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,059 Students
362,400 Students
% Average Students of Color
21%
50%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
155 Teachers
26,781 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
58%
Average Class Size
16 students
18 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,635
$15,667
Average % on Financial Aid
11%
25%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.47
0.70
# American Indian Students
n/a
1,687 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
74 Students
30,525 Students
% Asian Students
7%
9%
# Hispanic Students
18 Students
43,560 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
13%
# Black Students
20 Students
12,191 Students
% Black Students
2%
3%
# White Students
740 Students
112,567 Students
% White Students
70%
33%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
2,015 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
207 Students
143,224 Students
% of Others Students
19%
41%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
4 extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Pacific Palisades, CA?
The top-ranked private preschools in Pacific Palisades, CA include Village School, St. Matthew's Parish School, and Calvary Christian School.
How many private preschools are located in Pacific Palisades?
4 private preschools are located in Pacific Palisades.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Pacific Palisades?
50% of private preschools in Pacific Palisades are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

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