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Best San Juan Capistrano Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 private elementary schools serving 2,935 students in San Juan Capistrano, CA.
The top ranked private elementary schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA include Capistrano Valley Christian Schools, Mission Basilica School, and Fairmont San Juan Capistrano.
The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the California private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private elementary schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked San Juan Capistrano Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools Photo - Since 1973, Capistrano Valley Christian Schools has been dedicated to providing a high standard of college preparatory education, set within the framework of Christ-centered instruction and example. Our staff is committed to partnering with an extremely supportive school community to offer a truly unique educational experience.
(Christian)
(16)
32032 Del Obispo St
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-5683
Gr: PK-12 | 710 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mission Basilica School
Mission Basilica School Photo - MBS has two technology labs
(Catholic)
31641 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 234-1385
Gr: NS-8 | 265 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
26333 Oso Rd
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 443-4050
Gr: PK-12 | 418 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo - Every graduate is prepared and qualified to enroll in a four-year college or university, and because of the school's reputation for the depth and quality of its education, more than 100 leading colleges and universities across the country visit St. Margaret's annually to recruit its graduates.
(Episcopal)
31641 La Novia
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 661-0108
Gr: PK-12 | 1,234 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 11
26333 Oso Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(714) 234-2784
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Johnson Academy
Special Education School
27127 Calle Arroyo Ste 1920
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 218-3814
Gr: K-8 | 58 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in San Juan Capistrano, California

San Juan Capistrano, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
31501 Avenida Los Cerritos
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 429-5660
Gr: NS-PK | 54 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA include Capistrano Valley Christian Schools, Mission Basilica School, and Fairmont San Juan Capistrano.
How many private elementary schools are located in San Juanpistrano?
6 private elementary schools are located in San Juanpistrano.
How diverse are private elementary schools in San Juanpistrano?
San Juanpistrano private elementary schools are approximately 37% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 50%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in San Juanpistrano?
50% of private elementary schools in San Juanpistrano are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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