For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 960 students in 93401, CA (there are , serving 3,062 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in 93401, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 93401, CA include Old Mission School, Mission College Prep High School, and San Luis Obispo Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
Top-Ranked 93401 California 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
682 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students Avg. class size: 22 students
Old Mission School ![Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School]( "Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School")
(Catholic)
761 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 35 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
San Luis Obispo Christian Academy
(Christian)
2075 Johnson Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-1146
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-1146
Gr: K-6 | 43 students Tuition listed
Lindamood-bell Learning Processes San Rafael
Alternative School
406 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-5765
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-5765
Gr: K-12 | 193 students
Montessori Childrens School
Montessori School
4200 S Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-6691
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-6691
Gr: PK-6 | 86 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 93401, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in 93401, CA include Old Mission School, Mission College Prep High School, and San Luis Obispo Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in 93401?
6 private schools are located in 93401.
How diverse are private schools in 93401?
93401 private schools are approximately 33% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 52%.
What percentage of students in 93401 go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in 93401 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
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