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Best 90280 California Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 500 students in 90280, CA (there are 25 public schools, serving 16,021 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 90280, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 90280, CA is St. Helen Catholic Elementary School.
67% of private schools in 90280, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly African Methodist Episcopal and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 90280 California Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Helen Catholic Elementary School
St. Helen Catholic Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 295 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
9329 Madison Ave
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 566-5491
(1)
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Map of Kid Town Usa Preschool-montessori Academy
Kid Town Usa Preschool-montessori Academy
Gr: PK-K | 139 students
Daycare / Preschool
13500 Paramount Blvd
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 630-0400
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Map of Redeemer Lutheran School
Redeemer Lutheran School
Gr: K-8 | 66 students
African Methodist Episcopal
2626 Liberty Blvd
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 588-0934
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 90280, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 90280, CA is St. Helen Catholic Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in 90280?
3 private schools are located in 90280.
What percentage of students in 90280 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 90280 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 90280?
67% of private schools in 90280 are religiously affiliated (most commonly African Methodist Episcopal and Catholic).

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