For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 181 students in Malibu, CA (there are , serving 1,033 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Malibu, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in Malibu, CA is Point Dume School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
33% of private schools in Malibu, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked Malibu ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Point Dume School![Point Dume School Photo]( "Point Dume School Photo")
Special Education School
28990 Pacific Coast Hwy
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 589-8144
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 589-8144
Gr: 1-8 | 21 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Malibu School
(Catholic)
3625 Winter Canyon Rd
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-8071
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-8071
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Malibu, CA?
The top ranked private schools in Malibu, CA is Point Dume School.
How many private schools are located in Malibu?
3 private schools are located in Malibu.
What percentage of students in Malibu go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Malibu are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Malibu?
33% of private schools in Malibu are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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