Best Madrona Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 543 students in the neighborhood of Madrona, Torrance, CA.
The top ranked private school in Madrona is First Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
33% of private schools in Madrona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked Madrona Private Schools (2026-27)

First Lutheran School Photo
Gr: K-8 | 493 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 6
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
2900 W Carson St
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 320-9920
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The Childrens Place Montessori Photo
Gr: PK-6 | 50 students
Montessori School
1215 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-6313
Greenwood Avenue KinderCare Photo
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1520 Greenwood Ave.
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 320-4429

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Madrona, Torrance, CA?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Madrona, Torrance, CA is First Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Madrona, Torrance?
3 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Madrona, Torrance.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Madrona, Torrance?
33% of private schools in the neighborhood of Madrona, Torrance are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).

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