The Bishop's School Photo - Athletics are more than healthy competition at Bishop's. They are a way of life. League titles are terrific (and we have plenty), but we cheer just as loudly for that first at-bat and the last runner in, because we want you in the game. Any game. And not just for now, but for good.

Top 20 Best California Private Schools Belonging to State or regional independent school association (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 58 private schools belonging to State or regional independent school association serving 17,218 students in California. You can also find more schools membership associations in California.
The top ranked private schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in California include The Bishop's School, The Branson School, and Westridge School.
The average tuition cost is $41,374, which is higher than the California private school average tuition cost of $17,820.
33% of private schools belonging to State or regional independent school association in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to State or regional independent school association in California (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Drew School
Drew School Photo - Drew School believes in teenagers - their ideas, their dreams, their opinions, and their potential. That's why we've created a high school community that challenges the traditional definition of success and celebrates achievement one student at a time.
(3)
2901 California St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 430-3737
Grades: 9-12
| 297 students
Park Day School
Park Day School Photo - Studying renewable energy and building solar powered home models
(29)
360 42nd St
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 653-0317
Grades: K-8
| 330 students
Westridge School
Westridge School Photo - Westridge is an independent, forward-thinking girls school for students in grades 4-12. We are committed to educating intellectually adventurous thinkers, and courageous, compassionate leaders.
All-girls
(4)
324 Madeline Dr
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 799-1153
Grades: 4-12
| 550 students
Bentley School
(3)
1 Hiller Dr
Oakland, CA 94618
(510) 843-2512
Grades: K-12
| 700 students
The Bishop's School
The Bishop's School Photo - By their very nature, Bishop's students opt in. This includes the visual and performing arts, where students often go beyond their studies to become dancers, musicians, actors and artists of every stripe. Confidence in the arts opens new worlds to our students - and brings beauty to ours.
(Episcopal)
(1)
7607 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4021
Grades: 6-12
| 800 students
The Branson School
39 Fernhill Avenue
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 454-3612
Grades: 9-12
| 319 students
Central Valley Christian Academy
Central Valley Christian Academy Photo - MAA is dedicated to a Christ-like atmosphere. This sculpture reminds us of the influence Christ.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
2020 Academy Pl
Ceres, CA 95307
(209) 537-4521
Grades: PK-12
| 189 students
Children's Day School
333 Dolores Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 861-5432
Grades: PK-8
| 511 students
Convent & Stuart Hall
Convent & Stuart Hall Photo
(Catholic)
2222 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
1714 21st St
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 309-9863
Grades: K-12
| 1,218 students
4543 Crown Ave
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
(818) 790-1178
Grades: 7-12
| 530 students
Hillsides Education Center
Special Education School
940 Avenue 64
Pasadena, CA 91105
(323) 224-2274
Grades: 3-12
| 44 students
Marin Academy
Marin Academy Photo
1600 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-2808
Grades: 9-12
| 463 students
Marin Horizon School
Marin Horizon School Photo - Marin Horizon is an independent, toddler through 8th grade, co-educational day school located in in Mill Valley, CA, only 15 minutes from San Francisco. Nestled at the base of Mt. Tamalpais, our beautiful campus is surrounded by trails and open space.
(8)
305 Montford Ave
Mill Valley, CA 94941
(415) 388-8408
Grades: PK-8
| 289 students
10 Marconi
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 281-0054
Grades: PK-8
| 272 students
The Nueva School
Special Program Emphasis
131 E 28th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 235-7172
Grades: PK-12
| 967 students
Ojai Valley School
(4)
723 El Paseo Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-2575
Grades: PK-12
| 286 students
Polytechnic School
1030 E California Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 396-6303
Grades: K-12
| 871 students
Queen Of All Saints School
(Catholic)
(1)
2391 Grant St
Concord, CA 94520
(925) 685-8700
Grades: PK-8
| 308 students
Sacred Heart Schools Atherton
(Catholic)
150 Valparaiso Ave
Atherton, CA 94027
(650) 473-4057
Grades: PK-12
| 1,070 students
St. Elisabeth School
(Catholic)
(3)
6635 Tobias Ave
Van Nuys, CA 91405
(818) 779-1766
Grades: K-8
| 116 students
St. Johns Episcopal School
St. Johns Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(6)
30382 Via Con Dios
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-5144
Grades: PK-8
| 568 students
350 Masonic Ave
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 586-3602
Grades: K-8
| 415 students
3630 Afton Rd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
Grades: PK-8
| 284 students
Southwestern Academy
Southwestern Academy Photo - San Marino Campus
(2)
2800 MONTEREY ROAD
San Marino, CA 91108
(626) 799-5010
Grades: 6-12
| 70 students
24800 Dolores St
Carmel By The Sea, CA 93921
(831) 574-4600
Grades: PK-8
| 246 students
Town School For Boys
All-boys
(1)
2750 Jackson Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 746-1114
Grades: K-8
| 414 students
1563 Page St
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 626-2919
Grades: 9-12
| 420 students
Viewpoint School
(2)
23620 Mulholland Hwy
Calabasas, CA 91302
(818) 591-6580
Grades: K-12
| 1,159 students
1317 N Crescent Heights Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 822-7900
Grades: PK-12
| 78 students
11811 W Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 478-7189
Grades: K-12
| 693 students
Alpha-shen Preschool & Kindergarten
Alpha-shen Preschool & Kindergarten Photo - Alpha Shen Kindergarten Open House 2019
Daycare / Preschool
(2)
618 N Moore Ave
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 282-2011
Grades: K
| 14 students
Alta Vista School
Alta Vista School Photo - At Alta Vista School, every student is a scientist from day one. We equip them with tools to explore, solve problems, and gain knowledge, sparking a lifelong passion for discovery.
Special Program Emphasis
450 Somerset Street
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 467-3700
Grades: PK-8
| 248 students
35 Keyes Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94129
(415) 561-5800
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Calmont School
1666 Las Virgenes Canyon Road
Calabasas, CA 91302
(818) 880-8820
Grades: PK-8
| 118 students
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