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90241 California Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 710 students in 90241, CA (there are 8 public schools, serving 11,667 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 90241, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 90241, CA is Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
67% of private schools in 90241, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 90241 California Private Schools (2026-27)

Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students
Avg. class size: 34 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
10441 South Downey Ave.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-9969
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Map of Around The World Children Center
Around The World Children Center
Gr: PK-1 | 65 students
Daycare / Preschool
10441 Lakewood Blvd.
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 862-5949
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Map of Children's Academy Of Success
Children's Academy Of Success
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
10839 La Reina Ave
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 231-4373
(1)
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Creative Beginnings Elementary
Gr: K-5 | 83 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 1
8033 3rd St
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 861-1499
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Downey Christian Early Learning Center
Gr: PK-7 | 97 students
Christian
10335 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 927-7300
(1)
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Kirkwood Christian Schools
Gr: K-5 | 108 students
Christian
10822 Brookshire Ave
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 904-6911
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90241, California Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Immaculate Heart Academy
Immaculate Heart Academy
Gr: 1-11 | 16 students
Catholic
8561 Via Amorita
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 861-8962
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St. Mark's Episcopal School Photo
St. Mark's Episcopal School
Gr: PK-8 | 60 students
Episcopal
10354 Downey Ave
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-7213
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 90241, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 90241, CA is Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School.
How many private schools are located in 90241?
6 private schools are located in 90241.
How diverse are private schools in 90241?
90241 private schools are approximately 77% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 52%.
What percentage of students in 90241 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 90241 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 90241?
67% of private schools in 90241 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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