For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 585 students in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine, CA.
The top-ranked private school in Northwood is New Horizon Elementary School - Irvine.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
33% of private schools in Northwood are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic).
Top-Ranked Northwood 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
New Horizon Elementary School - Irvine ![New Horizon Elementary School - Irvine Photo]( "New Horizon Elementary School - Irvine Photo")
(Islamic)
1 Truman St
Irvine, CA 92620
(949) 281-0054
Irvine, CA 92620
(949) 281-0054
Gr: PK-8 | 446 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Great Foundations Montessori
Montessori School
4980 Irvine Blvd
Irvine, CA 92620
(714) 389-9500
Irvine, CA 92620
(714) 389-9500
Gr: PK-K | 100 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine, CA is New Horizon Elementary School - Irvine.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine?
3 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine?
33% of private schools in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic).
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