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Best South Pasadena Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 610 students in South Pasadena, CA (there are 5 public schools, serving 4,656 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in South Pasadena, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in South Pasadena, CA is Holy Family Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
50% of private schools in South Pasadena, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Top Ranked South Pasadena Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Family Catholic School Photo - Now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 School Year. Visit: school.holyfamily.org/admissions
(Catholic)
(23)
1301 Rollin St
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-4354
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Almansor Academy (institute For Redesign Of Learni
Special Education School
1955 Fremont Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(323) 257-3006
Gr: 1 | 155 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4
S.e.e.d.s.
Special Program Emphasis
1101 Arroyo Verde Rd.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(323) 258-9890
Gr: K-6 | 24 students Tuition listed
St. James Parish Day School & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
1325 Monterey Rd
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-9606
Gr: PK-K | 121 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 54 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in South Pasadena, CA?
The top ranked private schools in South Pasadena, CA is Holy Family Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in South Pasadena?
4 private schools are located in South Pasadena.
What percentage of students in South Pasadena go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in South Pasadena are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in South Pasadena?
50% of private schools in South Pasadena are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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