For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 1,678 students in 90242, CA.
The top ranked private high schools in 90242, CA include St. Pius X - St. Matthias High School, St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy, and Calvary Chapel Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the California private high school average acceptance rate of 78%.
Top Ranked 90242 California ²ÝÁñÉçÇø High Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Calvary Chapel Christian School![Calvary Chapel Christian School Photo - middle-school]( "Calvary Chapel Christian School Photo - middle-school")
(Christian)
12808 Woodruff Avenue
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-4076
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-4076
Gr: PK-12 | 776 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
7851 Gardendale Street
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy
(Catholic)
7851 Gardendale St
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Tuition listed
90242, California ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Good Shepherd Lutheran School (Closed 2006)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
13200 Clark Avenue
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-4918
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-4918
Gr: K-8 | 88 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private high schools in 90242, CA?
The top ranked private high schools in 90242, CA include St. Pius X - St. Matthias High School, St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy, and Calvary Chapel Christian School.
How many private high schools are located in 90242?
3 private high schools are located in 90242.
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