Ecole Claire Fontaine Photo - Voted the Number One Preschool on the Westside for the 10th time in 2025. Ecole Claire Fontaine is an Art, Language & Nature school on three garden campuses near the Pacific Ocean in Venice, California. Organic meals are included, French, Spanish & English are learned, the independence of children is fostered, and their wisdom is honored. Elevating childhood since 1989.

Best Venice Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 380 students in Venice, CA (there are 3 public schools, serving 1,224 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in Venice, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
33% of private schools in Venice, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Private Schools in Venice, CA (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Acton Academy Venice Beach
Alternative School
2210 Lincoln Blvd Ste 13
Venice, CA 90291
(312) 498-9872
Gr: K-11 | 19 students
Ecole Claire Fontaine
Ecole Claire Fontaine Photo - Voted the Number One Preschool on the Westside for the 10th time in 2025. Ecole Claire Fontaine is an Art, Language & Nature school on three garden campuses near the Pacific Ocean in Venice, California. Organic meals are included, French, Spanish & English are learned, the independence of children is fostered, and their wisdom is honored. Elevating childhood since 1989.
Special Program Emphasis
352 Westminster Ave
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 314-9976
Gr: NS-1 | 100 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
St. Mark Elementary School
(Catholic)
912 Coeur D Alene Ave
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 821-6612
Gr: K-8 | 261 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in Venice, CA?
3 private schools are located in Venice, CA.
What percentage of students in Venice go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in Venice are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Venice?
33% of private schools in Venice are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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