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Pearl Preparatory School Photo - Pearl is a Christian school with an emphasis on character training. Respect, honesty and responsibility are among the traits emphasized. Older children are encouraged to be good examples to our younger students through the reading buddy program.

Best Arcadia ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 17 private schools serving 1,834 students in Arcadia, CA (there are , serving 9,613 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in Arcadia, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in Arcadia, CA include Barnhart School, Holy Angels School, and Excelsior School.
The average acceptance rate is 66%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
24% of private schools in Arcadia, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Arcadia ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Excelsior School
Excelsior School Photo - School Front View
(2)
41 W Santa Clara Street
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Arcadia Christian School
(Christian)
1900 S Santa Anita Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-8229
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Barnhart School
Barnhart School Photo - In addition to yearly plays, there are numerous opportunities for students to practice their public speaking skills.
(8)
240 W Colorado Blvd
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 446-5588
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Angels School
(Catholic)
360 Campus Dr
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 422-6360
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Renaissance Academy
Renaissance Academy Photo - Summer Camp
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
325 N. Santa Anita Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 693-1308
Gr: 1-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Wonder Years Montessori
Montessori School
(1)
141 Las Tunas Dr
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 445-8834
Gr: PK-K | 54 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Academicise Int. Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
325 E Live Oak Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 623-6020
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
All Seasons Childrens Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
2612 S Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 294-0216
Gr: PK-K | 99 students Tuition listed
Angela Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
100 E Live Oak Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 445-9288
Gr: PK-K | 41 students
Arcadia Chinese School
Special Program Emphasis
823 S 1st Avenue
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 786-1557
Gr: PK-11 | 184 students
145 E Duarte Rd Unit 801
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 576-8868
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students
Arcadia Montessori School
Montessori School
1406 S Santa Anita Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(162) 644-7351
Gr: PK-K | 73 students
Arroyo Pacific Academy
Arroyo Pacific Academy Photo - Our building off of Santa Anita.
(3)
325 N SANTA ANITA AVE
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 294-0661
Gr: K-12 | 96 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Learning Tree Montessori Of Arcadia
Learning Tree Montessori Of Arcadia Photo - Little Indian
Montessori School
9845 E Lemon Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 241-1234
Gr: PK-K | 92 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Pearl Preparatory School
Pearl Preparatory School Photo - Pearl Prep uses a hands-on approach to education. All students go on monthly field trips in coordination with the classroom curriculum.
(Christian)
1307 E. Longden Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 442-7737
Gr: K-6 | 164 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
5150 Farna Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 444-9531
Gr: 7-12 | 151 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Serendipity Early Care And Education Center
Daycare / Preschool
530 Las Tunas Drive
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 447-3907
Gr: NS-PK | 30 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Arcadia, CA?
The top ranked private schools in Arcadia, CA include Barnhart School, Holy Angels School, and Excelsior School.
How many private schools are located in Arcadia?
17 private schools are located in Arcadia.
How diverse are private schools in Arcadia?
Arcadia private schools are approximately 78% minority students, which is higher than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in Arcadia go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in Arcadia are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Arcadia?
24% of private schools in Arcadia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Arcadia are often viewed compared to one another?

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