Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool Photo

Best Santa Ana Private High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 private high schools serving 3,548 students in Santa Ana, CA.
The top ranked private high schools in Santa Ana, CA include Mater Dei High School and Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the California private high school average acceptance rate of 78%.
50% of private high schools in Santa Ana, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Santa Ana Private High Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Open School
The Open School Photo - Our student-created ramen week was a hit!
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
2625 N. Tustin Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 326-9736
Gr: K-12 | 80 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool
Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool Photo
(Christian)
(4)
3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 student Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Mater Dei High School
Mater Dei High School Photo - Mater Dei High School: A Tradition of Excellence in Catholic Education Since 1950. Entrance Exam: Saturday, 2/11 at 7:45am. Register online at materdei.org/entranceexam. Application Available NOW at materdei.org/admissions.
(Catholic)
1202 W Edinger Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 754-7711
Gr: 9-12 | 2,152 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 53 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bethel Baptist School
Bethel Baptist School Photo - We offer a wide range of both fun and academically engaging programs for our K4, Kindergarten, and Elementary students. Your child will have access to an abundance of creatively engaging activities and subjects.
(Baptist)
(1)
901 S Euclid St.
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 839-3600
Gr: K-12 | 115 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4
Learning Corner
18682 Vanderlip Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 508-2125
Gr: 4-12 | 6 students
Olive Crest Academy
Special Education School
2130 E 4th St Ste 200
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 998-6571
Gr: K-12 | 156 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Santa Ana, California

Santa Ana, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
601 N Western Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 542-5177
Gr: NS-8 | 177 students
2204 W Mcfadden Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 545-8185
Gr: K-8 | 191 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
Small Wonders Children Center (Closed 2024)
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
2519 W 5th St
Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 834-9377
Gr: PK-K | 36 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Santa Ana, CA?
The top ranked private high schools in Santa Ana, CA include Mater Dei High School and Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool.
How many private high schools are located in Santa Ana?
6 private high schools are located in Santa Ana.
How diverse are private high schools in Santa Ana?
Santa Ana private high schools are approximately 56% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 48%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Santa Ana?
50% of private high schools in Santa Ana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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