Junipero Serra School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 130 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,077
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Junipero Serra School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Junipero Serra School
Pre-K	11
Kind	39
1	7
2	9
3	16
4	10
5	10
6	9
7	9
8	10

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dylslexia, Learning Differences

Year Founded

1943

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Student Body

Total Students

130 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Average Class Size

17 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,077

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Tuition Notes

Pre-K: 6400 Kindergarten: 7077 First - Eighth: $6505

% on Financial Aid

10%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

Flag FootballSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

Junipero Serra School, located at the historic Carmel Mission (founded by St. Junipero Serra), is inclusive of students from all over the Carmel/Monterey/Salinas area. All JSS teachers are state-certified (or enrolled in a teacher program) and have earned bachelor degrees and higher.
Junipero Serra School is accredited through the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA) and recognized by the National Association of Accredited Schools (NAAS).

Junipero Serra School, located at the historic Carmel Mission (founded by St. Junipero Serra), is inclusive of students from all over the Carmel/Monterey/Salinas area. All JSS teachers are state-certified (or enrolled in a teacher program) and have earned bachelor degrees and higher. Grades preschool through 5 are self-contained with teachers exchanging classes when appropriate. Grades 6, 7, and 8 are departmentalized with a teacher serving as both a homeroom teacher and subject specific teacher.The rigorous curriculum meets the California State Standards and is designed to provide the students with high engagement in all subjects, while inspiring them to seek academic success in high school and at the university level. The JSS grade level expectations are based on the California K 12 Learning Standards issued by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Junipero Serra School takes pride in offering a challenging curriculum of instruction in all subject areas. Curriculum subject areas include religion, English/language arts (reading, writing, spelling, speaking, listening), mathematics, social studies (history, geography, civics), science, fine arts (music, art), physical education, health, and computer studies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Junipero Serra School cost?

Junipero Serra School's tuition is approximately $7,077 for private students.

What sports does Junipero Serra School offer?

Junipero Serra School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Junipero Serra School's ranking?

Junipero Serra School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Junipero Serra School?

The application deadline for Junipero Serra School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 3/3/2020

Our child has absolutely thrived at Junipero Serra-there are simply no words to describe the transformation we've seen in him. At JSS, everyone "knows your name," the school has a good balance between academics and downtime, and our son is learning drama and Spanish. All of this in one of the most historic and beautiful settings in California. The parent community is extremely dedicated and loyal to this little school community. It is truly a hidden gem.

- Posted by Parent - edw

5 4/6/2019

I am an alumni of the school and The Carmel Mission is as wonderful today as it was 28 years ago. Over half the teachers have been with the school for 20 plus years and it is the warmest feeling knowing the people teaching my kids. We have 2 that are attending and my third will start in another year. My oldest is in third grade and is learning the violin during music class. The school just expanded their science lab and all the kids are learning Spanish. When you are on this historic campus you can truly feel the wonderful family, community and commitment from all that attended. An extra bonus of information is that both the Pre-K teachers themselves went to JSS 34 years ago and teach at the school presently, which just echo`s how wonderful the school is that people never want to leave. I would highly recommend that any family looking for their kids to attended a safe, inspiring and delightful school need to look no further than Junipero Serra School. (Pre-K Thru 8th)

- Posted by Parent - Erica

5 3/22/2017

I love this school so much, they have been our second home. Everyone is friendly and caring, my children thrives in this school because of the positive environment it offers. They are not only excellent academically but they have the best and well behave students I have ever encountered. Polite, respectful, intelligent and loving children they treat each other like family. It's a place like no other. We've been here since 2009 and we will stay until all my children graduate from this school.

- Posted by Parent - 2009-2019

5 10/6/2012

Junipero Serra School is an amazing school with a very prevalent "community" feel.

- Posted by Parent - theko

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The average private school tuition in Monterey County, CA is $20,239 for elementary schools and $26,552 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Monterey County, CA is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).