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Best California Private High Schools Offering Surf Team Sport (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 30 private high schools offering surf team as an interscholastic sport serving 20,296 students in California.
The top ranked offering surf team sport private high schools in California include Cate School, Francis Parker School, and St. Margaret's Episcopal School.
The average tuition cost is $34,351, which is higher than the California private high school average tuition cost of $23,280.
47% of private high schools offering surf team sport in California are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Private High Schools Offering Surf Team Sport in California (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools Photo - Since 1973, Capistrano Valley Christian Schools has been dedicated to providing a high standard of college preparatory education, set within the framework of Christ-centered instruction and example. Our staff is committed to partnering with an extremely supportive school community to offer a truly unique educational experience.
(Christian)
(15)
32032 Del Obispo St
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-5683
Gr: PK-12 | 710 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pacific Ridge School
Pacific Ridge School Photo - HARKNESS LEARNING: Students build critical communication skills and critical thinking through student-centered discussion-based learning.
(6)
6269 El Fuerte St
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 448-9820
Gr: 6-12 | 695 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 47 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pacific Academy
Pacific Academy Photo - Preparatory School for Grades K-12
(11)
679 Encinitas Blvd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 634-1188
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Academy Of Our Lady Of Peace
Academy Of Our Lady Of Peace Photo - Established in 1882 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, OLP has been educating the next generation of women leaders and innovators for more than 134 years.
All-girls (Catholic)
4860 Oregon Street
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 297-2266
Gr: 9-12 | 750 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Army and Navy Academy
Army and Navy Academy Photo
All-boys | Special Program Emphasis
(1)
2605 Carlsbad Boulevard
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 762-2338
Gr: 7-12 | 285 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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)
(2)
7607 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4021
Gr: 6-12 | 800 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
Cal Coast Academy
Cal Coast Academy Photo
(2)
11555 Clews Ranch Road
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-0882
Gr: 6-12 | 58 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool
Calvary Chapel Schools Preschool-Highschool Photo
(Christian)
(4)
3800 S Fairview St
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 662-7485
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 student Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Cate School
Cate School Photo - Sunset Bench
1960 Cate Mesa Road
Carpinteria, CA 93013
(805) 684-4127
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 37 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cathedral Catholic High School
Cathedral Catholic High School Photo - Cathedral Catholic High School offers unique sports, such as Crew, Fencing, Equestrian, Beach Volleyball, Rugby, Sailing, and Surfing.
(Catholic)
(1)
5555 Del Mar Heights Rd
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,612 student Sports: 25 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Francis Parker School
Francis Parker School Photo - 100% of Parker grads go on to college; many of them are admitted to their first choice programs.
(3)
6501 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
Gr: PK-12 | 1,313 student Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Grauer School
The Grauer School Photo - Rendering of The Great Hall, The Grauer School
(1)
1500 El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-6777
Gr: 7-12 | 166 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Heritage Christian School Of San Diego
(Christian)
5725 Kearny Villa Rd Suite G
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 541-2254
Gr: K-12 | 677 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 12
La Jolla Country Day School
La Jolla Country Day School Photo - New in Fall 2026! The Hub for Human Impact is a three-story, 20,000-square-foot addition at the heart of campus.
(5)
9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
Gr: NS-12 | 1,169 student Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 24 | Extracurrculars: 51 Tuition listed
Mater Dei High School
Mater Dei High School Photo - Mater Dei High School: A Tradition of Excellence in Catholic Education Since 1950. Entrance Exam: Saturday, 2/11 at 7:45am. Register online at materdei.org/entranceexam. Application Available NOW at materdei.org/admissions.
(Catholic)
1202 W Edinger Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(714) 754-7711
Gr: 9-12 | 2,152 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 53 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Midland School
Midland School Photo - How is Midland different? Our 4:1 student to faculty ratio allows for small class sizes and close-knit relationships. With under 90 students, everyone knows your name. No cell phones here, but Midlanders do spend a lot of time together in real life: horseback riding, hiking, gardening, creating art, building things, and envisioning an environmentally sustainable and just future.
5100 Figueroa Mountain Rd
Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 688-5114
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Monte Vista Christian School
Monte Vista Christian School Photo - Students from the Class of 2025 on College Decision Day
(Christian)
2 School Way
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 722-8178
Gr: 4-12 | 824 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
Orange Lutheran High School
Orange Lutheran High School Photo - Strengthened by Faith. Prepared for Life.
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(2)
2222 N. Santiago Blvd.
Orange, CA 92867
(714) 998-5151
Gr: 9-12 | 1,431 student Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition listed
Pacifica Christian High School
Pacifica Christian High School Photo
(Christian)
(33)
1730 Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90403
(310) 828-7015
Gr: 9-12 | 256 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo - Every graduate is prepared and qualified to enroll in a four-year college or university, and because of the school's reputation for the depth and quality of its education, more than 100 leading colleges and universities across the country visit St. Margaret's annually to recruit its graduates.
(Episcopal)
31641 La Novia
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 661-0108
Gr: PK-12 | 1,234 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 11
Santa Barbara Middle School
Santa Barbara Middle School Photo - Every Friday morning at 6:45, anyone who choses, meets at the beach for a sunrise swim. We circle up as a community. The 9th graders read a quote for the week, then whomever wants to, runs in for a morning wake up plunge! After a few waves are ridden, the dip is followed by hot chocolate, coffee and donuts!
Alternative School
(14)
1321 Alameda Padre Serra
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 682-2989
Gr: 6-9 | 181 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 23 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Santa Fe Christian Schools
Santa Fe Christian Schools Photo - Named one of the best private Christian schools in San Diego, we take a comprehensive approach to education. In our high school, middle school, elementary school, and kindergarten, you will find our exceptional faculty come together to challenge, inspire, and mentor each student. Our rigorous curriculum allows students to explore their passions and talents while emphasizing the wonder of God.
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(14)
838 Academy Drive
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
Gr: K-12 | 1,090 student Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Santa Margarita Catholic High School
Santa Margarita Catholic High School Photo - Aerial photo of Santa Margarita's 42 acre campus.
(Catholic)
(10)
22062 Antonio Pkwy
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 766-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,701 student Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Villanova Preparatory School
Villanova Preparatory School Photo - Founded in 1924, Villanova Prep is the only Catholic boarding school in the Augustinian tradition. Our 130-acre campus located in Ojai, California, approximately 60 minutes north of Los Angeles, has several athletic and academic facilities to support our students' development of mind, body, and spirit.
(Catholic)
12096 N Ventura Avenue
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-1464
Gr: 6-12 | 188 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Vistamar School
Vistamar School Photo - Science classes offer hands-on learning.
(25)
737 Hawaii St
El Segundo, CA 90245
(317) 643-7377
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
The Waldorf School Of Orange County
The Waldorf School Of Orange County Photo - 6th Grade field trip to Death Valley
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
2350 Canyon Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 574-7775
Gr: PK-12 | 358 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
The Waldorf School Of San Diego
The Waldorf School Of San Diego Photo - Phenomenological science keep those High Schoolers' interested!
Montessori School
(7)
3547 Altadena Ave.
San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 280-8016
Gr: NS-12 | 304 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kirby School
Kirby School Photo - At Kirby, classes average 12 students, creating space for real connection and individualized challenge.
(2)
425 Encinal Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-0658
Gr: 6-12 | 133 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Muse School Ca
Muse School Ca Photo - Middle/High Campus
1666 Las Virgenes Canyon Road Calabasas, CA 91302
Calabasas, CA 91302
(818) 880-5437
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Rolling Hills Preparatory School
Rolling Hills Preparatory School Photo - Take a breath of fresh air on a warm, sunny day on campus!
(4)
1 Rolling Hills Prep Way
San Pedro, CA 90732
(310) 719-1101
Gr: 5-12 | 225 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed

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