For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 219 students in Petaluma, CA.
The top ranked private high school in Petaluma, CA is St. Vincent de Paul College Prep.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the California private high school average acceptance rate of 78%.
33% of private high schools in Petaluma, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked Petaluma Private High Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Vincent de Paul College Prep![St. Vincent de Paul College Prep Photo St. Vincent de Paul College Prep Photo]()

(Catholic)
849 Keokuk St
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 763-1032
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 763-1032
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cypress School
Special Education School
3835-ste 103 & 3880- ste A Cypress Dr
Petaluma, CA 94954
(415) 867-2881
Petaluma, CA 94954
(415) 867-2881
Gr: 1-12 | 43 students
Muir Wood Learning Center
All-boys | Alternative School
1733 Skillman Ln
Petaluma, CA 94952
(877) 759-0787
Petaluma, CA 94952
(877) 759-0787
Gr: 10-12 | 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private high schools in Petaluma, CA?
The top ranked private high schools in Petaluma, CA is St. Vincent de Paul College Prep.
How many private high schools are located in Petaluma?
3 private high schools are located in Petaluma.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Petaluma?
33% of private high schools in Petaluma are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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