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90501 California Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 756 students in 90501, CA (there are 8 public schools, serving 4,298 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 90501, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 90501, CA include Switzer Learning Center and Nativity School.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is same as the California private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
50% of private schools in 90501, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 90501 California Private Schools (2026-27)

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Nativity School
Gr: K-8 | 283 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
2371 W Carson St
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-5387
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Switzer Learning Center
Gr: 5-12 | 62 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 2
Special Education School
2201 Amapola Court
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-3611
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Ambassador Christian School
Gr: 6-12 | 170 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 17
Christian
2300 Crenshaw Boulevard Bldg B
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 356-0950
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Ambassador High School
Gr: 6-12 | 116 students
Christian
2300 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 356-0950
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Branch Of Hope
Gr: 1-12 | 30 students
Calvinist
2370 W Carson St Ste 100
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 212-6999
(1)
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The Childrens Place Montessori
Gr: PK-6 | 50 students
Montessori School
1215 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-6313
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The Childrens Place School
Gr: 1-6 | 10 students
Montessori School
1625 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 782-9634
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Map of Torrance Montessori School
Torrance Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 35 students
Montessori School
2747 Cabrillo Ave
Torrance, CA 90501
(310) 328-5358
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 90501, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 90501, CA include Switzer Learning Center and Nativity School.
How many private schools are located in 90501?
8 private schools are located in 90501.
How diverse are private schools in 90501?
90501 private schools are approximately 76% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 52%.
What percentage of students in 90501 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 90501 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 90501?
50% of private schools in 90501 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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