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Solana Beach Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,547 students in Solana Beach, CA, 68% of all K-12 students in Solana Beach, CA are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
50% of private schools in Solana Beach, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Presbyterian and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Solana Beach Private Schools (2026-27)

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Fusion Academy Solana Beach
Gr: 6-12
Avg. class size: 1 student
Alternative School
512 Via De La Valle, Suite 201
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(877) 673-8893
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LePort Montessori Preschool of Solana Beach
1010 Solana Drive
Solana Beach, CA 92014
(949) 544-5972
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St. James Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 191 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 7
Catholic
623 S Nardo Avenue
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-1777
(5)
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Santa Fe Christian Schools
Gr: K-12 | 1,098 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 19
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
838 Academy Drive
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
(14)
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Solana Beach Presbyterian Preschool
Gr: NS | 255 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
120 Stevens Ave
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-4133
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Therapeutic Literacy Center
Gr: 5-6 | 3 students
Specialized Curriculum
990 Highland Dr Ste 106-d
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 481-2200
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Solana Beach, CA Private School Trends

6
Private Schools
1,547
Students
$28,680
Avg. Tuition
14
Avg. Class Size
21%
Students of Color
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Solana Beach)
This State (CA)
# Schools
6 Schools
3,907 Schools
# Students
1,547 Students
659,561 Students
% Students of Color
21%
52%
0.50
0.74
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
3,574 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
1%
# Asian Students
64 Students
71,777 Students
% Asian Students
4%
11%
# Hispanic Students
71 Students
104,405 Students
% Hispanic Students
5%
16%
# Black Students
9 Students
30,221 Students
% Black Students
1%
5%
# White Students
1,024 Students
235,730 Students
% White Students
66%
37%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
5,499 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
1%
# Others Students
379 Students
188,707 Students
% of Others Students
24%
29%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
110 Teachers
55,838 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Average Class Size
14 students
17 students
Average Number of AP Courses
31 courses
15 courses
Average SAT score
1380
(Out of 1600)
1267
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
28
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,680
$17,598
Admissions & Athletics
Average Number of Sports
13 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Solana Beach, CA?
The top ranked private schools in Solana Beach, CA include St. James Academy and Santa Fe Christian Schools.
How many private schools are located in Solana Beach?
6 private schools are located in Solana Beach.
How diverse are private schools in Solana Beach?
Solana Beach private schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 52%.
What percentage of students in Solana Beach go to private school?
68% of all K-12 students in Solana Beach are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Solana Beach?
50% of private schools in Solana Beach are religiously affiliated (most commonly Presbyterian and Christian).

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