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Best 95062 California Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 180 students in 95062, CA (there are 14 public schools, serving 3,759 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in 95062, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 95062, CA is Vhm Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
25% of private schools in 95062, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 95062 California Private Schools (2026)

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Vhm Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 68 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
Seventh Day Adventist
427 Capitola Road Extension
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 475-4762
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The Bay School
Gr: Inquire with school | 39 students
Special Education School
1026 Capitola Road
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 462-9620
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Midtown Montessori
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Montessori School
987 Bostwick Lane
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 423-2273
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Santa Cruz Childrens School
Gr: K-6 | 48 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 4
366 Gault St
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 429-8444
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 95062, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 95062, CA is Vhm Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 95062?
4 private schools are located in 95062.
What percentage of students in 95062 go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in 95062 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 95062?
25% of private schools in 95062 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

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