Davis Waldorf School Photo - In Waldorf education there is a saying "there is no education without relation." A low teacher-to-student ratio allows teachers to spend time with each student, and even more importantly to create a lasting bond. Because our teachers "loop" they stay with the class for an extended period of time, usually 4-5 years and occasionally longer.

Best Yolo County Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 private schools serving 1,409 students in Yolo County, CA (there are 63 public schools, serving 28,665 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in Yolo County, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in Yolo County, CA include Our Lady Of Grace, St. James School, and Holy Rosary Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 74%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
59% of private schools in Yolo County, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Christian).

Top-Ranked Yolo County Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Rosary Catholic School
(Catholic)
505 California Street
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 662-3494
Gr: PK-8 | 121 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Our Lady Of Grace
(Catholic)
1990 Linden Rd
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 371-9416
Gr: K-8 | 356 students Avg. class size: 104 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Peregrine School
Peregrine School Photo
2650 Lillard Drive
Davis, CA 95618
(530) 753-5500
Gr: K-6 | 83 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. James School
(Catholic)
1215 B St
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 756-3946
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Tuition listed
Tender Learning Care
Daycare / Preschool
1818 Lake Blvd
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 756-5351
Gr: PK-K | 20 students Tuition listed
Bryte Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1000 Sacramento Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95605
(916) 233-2503
Gr: K-9 | 87 students
1029 W Capitol Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 374-8234
Gr: 6-11 | 11 students
432 Cleveland St
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 383-1246
Gr: K-7 | 11 students
715 El Dorado Dr
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 661-0711
Gr: 2-12 | 29 students
Davis Waldorf School
Davis Waldorf School Photo - Waldorf preschool and kindergartens utilize the child's natural propensity to learn through play. Play benefits cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. When play is fun and child-directed, children are motivated to engage in opportunities to learn.
Waldorf School
(16)
3100 Sycamore Lane
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-1651
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
Grace Valley Christian Academy
Grace Valley Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(3)
27173 County Road 98
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 758-6590
Gr: K-8 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Little Friends Montessori School
Montessori School
1101 F St
Davis, CA 95616
(539) 753-0300
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
Merryhill School - Davis
Merryhill School - Davis Photo
Daycare / Preschool
1720 Research Park Dr
Davis, CA 95618
(530) 287-8455
Gr: NS-PK Extracurrculars: 1
Montessori Country Day
Daycare / Preschool
1811 Renoir Avenue
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-8373
Gr: PK-K | 53 students
Redbud Montessori
Montessori School
27082 Patwin Road
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-2623
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Rivercity Christian Academy
(Christian)
1205 Merkley Ave
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 373-0636
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students
18940 County Road 75 A
Brooks, CA 95606
(530) 796-2270
Gr: K-9 | 15 students Avg. class size: 15 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Yolo County, California

Yolo County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
29 Elliot Street
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 666-6315
Gr: 2-7 | 13 students
1616 West St
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 662-0260
Gr: PK-12 | 868 students
1738 Cottonwood Street
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 662-1900
Gr: PK-6 | 86 students

Overview

This County (Yolo County)
This State (CA)
# Schools
17 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,409 Students
665,722 Students
% Average Students of Color
43%
51%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
182 Teachers
55,562 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
59%
Average Class Size
16 students
17 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,797
$18,024
Average % on Financial Aid
30%
29%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,190
$8,935
Average Acceptance Rate
74%
81%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.68
0.74
# American Indian Students
10 Students
3,584 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
168 Students
72,174 Students
% Asian Students
11%
11%
# Hispanic Students
251 Students
104,627 Students
% Hispanic Students
16%
16%
# Black Students
26 Students
30,466 Students
% Black Students
2%
5%
# White Students
781 Students
236,488 Students
% White Students
50%
37%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
5,515 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
328 Students
190,072 Students
% of Others Students
21%
30%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
4 extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
3 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Yolo County, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in Yolo County, CA include Our Lady Of Grace, St. James School, and Holy Rosary Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in Yolo County?
17 private schools are located in Yolo County.
How diverse are private schools in Yolo County?
Yolo County private schools are approximately 43% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in Yolo County go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Yolo County are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Yolo County?
59% of private schools in Yolo County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Christian).
Which private schools in Yolo County are often viewed compared to one another?

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