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Best La Mesa Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 private schools serving 1,323 students in La Mesa, CA (there are 30 public schools, serving 16,800 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in La Mesa, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 11%).
The top ranked private school in La Mesa, CA is St. Martin Of Tours Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
36% of private schools in La Mesa, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Top Ranked La Mesa Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Shepherd Of The Hills Lutheran School
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(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
(5)
9191 Fletcher Pkwy
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 469-9443
Grades: K-8
| 60 students
St. Martin Of Tours Academy
St. Martin Of Tours Academy Photo - Excellent Catholic education since 1951 preparing students to become engaged citizens of the world. We offer a comprehensive system of instruction (Pilon Workshop Way) designed to meet the educational and developmental needs of all students. Highest level of accreditation (WECA/WSAC), Green Ribbon CA award - level gold and Fair Trade declared school.
(Catholic)
(1)
7708 El Cajon Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 466-3241
Grades: PK-8
| 218 students
Childtime Childrens Centers
Daycare / Preschool
5565 Lake Park Wy
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-0310
Grades: K
| 10 students
Christ Lutheran School and Preschool
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(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7929 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 462-5211
Grades: NS-8
| 225 students
Excelsior Academy
Special Education School
7200 Parkway Drive
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 583-6762
Grades: 5-12
| 34 students
Mt. Helix Academy
5955 Severin Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 243-1400
Grades: K-8
| 237 students
5955 Severin Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 243-1400
Grades: K-8
| 237 students
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Daycare / Preschool
3655 Via Mercado
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 670-9388
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
St. Andrews Episcopal Parish Da
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
4816 Glen St
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 469-5330
Grades: PK-K
| 143 students
Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten
Montessori School
5173 Guava Ave
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 698-2903
Grades: PK-K
| 30 students
5150 Wilson Street
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 223-3663
Grades: PK-5
| 129 students
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La Mesa, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
9407 Jericho Rd
La Mesa, CA 91942
(209) 529-5510
Grades: PK-10
| 27 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in La Mesa, CA?
The top ranked private schools in La Mesa, CA is St. Martin Of Tours Academy.
How many private schools are located in La Mesa?
11 private schools are located in La Mesa.
How diverse are private schools in La Mesa?
La Mesa private schools are approximately 29% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in La Mesa go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in La Mesa are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in La Mesa?
36% of private schools in La Mesa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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