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Top 5 Best San Juan Capistrano Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 private schools serving 4,384 students in San Juan Capistrano, CA (there are 14 public schools, serving 11,484 public students). 28% of all K-12 students in San Juan Capistrano, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA include St. Margaret's Episcopal School, Capistrano Valley Christian Schools, and Mission Basilica School.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
50% of private schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked San Juan Capistrano Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools Photo - Since 1973, Capistrano Valley Christian Schools has been dedicated to providing a high standard of college preparatory education, set within the framework of Christ-centered instruction and example. Our staff is committed to partnering with an extremely supportive school community to offer a truly unique educational experience.
(Christian)
(15)
32032 Del Obispo St
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-5683
Grades: PK-12
| 710 students
Mission Basilica School
Mission Basilica School Photo - MBS has two technology labs
(Catholic)
31641 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 234-1385
Grades: NS-8
| 268 students
26333 Oso Rd
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 443-4050
Grades: PK-12
| 418 students
Jserra Catholic High School
Jserra Catholic High School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
26351 Junipero Serra Rd.
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-9307
Grades: 9-12
| 1,291 students
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
St. Margaret's Episcopal School Photo - Our mission at St. Margaret's Episcopal School is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership and service.
(Episcopal)
31641 La Novia
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 661-0108
Grades: PK-12
| 1,238 students
Community Presbyterian Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
32202 Del Obispo St
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-9141
Grades: PK-K
| 113 students
26333 Oso Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(714) 234-2784
Grades: PK-8
| 250 students
The Johnson Academy
Special Education School
27127 Calle Arroyo Ste 1920
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 218-3814
Grades: K-8
| 58 students
Marbella Montessori
Daycare / Preschool
31113 Rancho Viejo Rd
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 661-3355
Grades: K
| 15 students
San Juan Montessori
Montessori School
32143 Alipaz St
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 496-2927
Grades: PK-K
| 23 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in San Juan Capistrano, California

San Juan Capistrano, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
31501 Avenida Los Cerritos
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 429-5660
Grades: NS-PK
| 54 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA?
The top ranked private schools in San Juan Capistrano, CA include St. Margaret's Episcopal School, Capistrano Valley Christian Schools, and Mission Basilica School.
How many private schools are located in San Juanpistrano?
10 private schools are located in San Juanpistrano.
How diverse are private schools in San Juanpistrano?
San Juanpistrano private schools are approximately 34% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in San Juanpistrano go to private school?
28% of all K-12 students in San Juanpistrano are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in San Juanpistrano?
50% of private schools in San Juanpistrano are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private schools in San Juanpistrano are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in San Juanpistrano include: San Juan Montessori vs. Marbella Montessori

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