Featured School: Saint Simon Parish School
Los Altos, CA
St. Simon Parish School is a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School in the heart of the Silicon Valley.  We partner with our parents, parish, and community to provide an academically rigorous values-based education, enriched with language, arts, and athletics.  We have a breadth of opportunities for students to discover their talents and develop their leadership skills. We strive to inspire students to  develop their gifts to serve our world.  
Los Altos Christian Schools Photo - LACS Campus

Top 5 Best Los Altos Private Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 12 private elementary schools serving 2,922 students in Los Altos, CA.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Los Altos, CA include Pinewood School, Pinewood School, and Saint Simon Parish School.
The average acceptance rate is 65%, which is lower than the California private elementary school average acceptance rate of 84%.
58% of private elementary schools in Los Altos, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Los Altos Private Elementary Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Saint Simon Parish School
Saint Simon Parish School Photo - The Saint Simon Saints ready for learning
(Catholic)
(3)
1840 Grant Road
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 880-1456
Grades: PK-8
| 542 students
Canterbury Christian School
Canterbury Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(1)
101 North El Monte Road
Los Altos, CA 94022
(650) 949-0909
Grades: PK-8
| 120 students
Pinewood School
Pinewood School Photo - Pinewood School-Upper Campus, grades 7-12
(1)
327 Fremont Ave
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 209-3050
Grades: K-12
| 595 students
Pinewood School
26800 Fremont Rd
Los Altos, CA 94022
(650) 209-3060
Grades: K-12
| 580 students
St. Nicholas Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
12816 El Monte Rd
Los Altos, CA 94022
(650) 941-4056
Grades: PK-8
| 247 students
909 N San Antonio Rd
Los Altos, CA 94022
(650) 941-4350
Grades: 8-12
| 14 students
Green Chinese School
Alternative School
1715 Grant Rd
Los Altos, CA 94024
(415) 994-6782
Grades: K-5
| 38 students
Heritage Academy
(Christian)
858 University Ave
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 641-0280
Grades: K-6
| 76 students
Los Altos Christian Schools
Los Altos Christian Schools Photo - LACS Campus
(Christian)
625 Magdalena Avenue
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 948-3738
Grades: K-11
| 180 students
Miramonte School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
1175 Altamead Dr
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 967-2783
Grades: K-8
| 117 students
Ventana School
Ventana School Photo
(Episcopal)
1040 Border Rd
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 948-2121
Grades: NS-5
| 153 students
11311 Mora Dr
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 209-9400
Grades: NS-12
| 260 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Los Altos, California

Los Altos, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2100 Woods Ln
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 385-8381
Grades: 2-12
| 51 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Los Altos, CA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Los Altos, CA include Pinewood School, Pinewood School, and Saint Simon Parish School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Los Altos?
12 private elementary schools are located in Los Altos.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Los Altos?
Los Altos private elementary schools are approximately 36% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 49%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Los Altos?
58% of private elementary schools in Los Altos are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private elementary schools in Los Altos are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private elementary schools in Los Altos include: Miramonte School vs. Los Altos Christian Schools

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