For the 2024 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 816 students in 95060, CA (there are 11 public schools, serving 4,438 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in 95060, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 95060, CA include Holy Cross School, Gateway School and Kirby School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
20% of private schools in 95060, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 95060 California Private Schools (2024)
School
Location
Grades
Students
150 Emmet
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-4447
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-4447
Grades: PK-8
| 197 students
Santa Cruz Waldorf School
Special Program Emphasis
2190 Empire Grade
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 425-0519
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 425-0519
Grades: PK-8
| 150 students
250 California Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 427-2641
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 427-2641
Grades: K-6
| 54 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 95060, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 95060, CA include Holy Cross School, Gateway School and Kirby School.
How many private schools are located in 95060, CA?
5 private schools are located in 95060, CA.
How diverse are private schools in 95060, CA?
95060, CA private schools are approximately 16% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in 95060, CA go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in 95060, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 95060, CA?
20% of private schools in 95060, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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