For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private elementary schools serving 485 students in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine, CA.
The top-ranked private elementary school in Northwood is New Horizon Elementary School - Irvine.
The average acceptance rate is 85%, which is higher than the California private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private elementary schools in Northwood are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic).
Top-Ranked Northwood 草榴社区 Elementary 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine, CA?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine, CA is New Horizon Elementary School - Irvine.
How many private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine?
2 private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine?
50% of private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Northwood, Irvine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic).
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