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Best 95060 California ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 674 students in 95060, CA (there are , serving 4,431 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 95060, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 95060, CA include Holy Cross School and Gateway School.
25% of private schools in 95060, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 674
  • Average Tuition: $26,515
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 30%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 674
  • Average Tuition: $26,515
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 30%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
  • View 95060 California School Trends

Top Ranked 95060 California ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

Gateway School Photo
Gateway School
Gr: K-8 | 243 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 9
255 Swift Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-0341
(3)
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Holy Cross School
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
150 Emmet
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-5852
(4)
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Kirby School Photo
Kirby School
Gr: 6-12 | 136 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 18
425 Encinal Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 423-0658
(2)
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Santa Cruz Waldorf School
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Waldorf School
2190 Empire Grade
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 425-0519
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95060, California ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)

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Spring Hill School
Gr: K-6 | 54 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
250 California Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 427-2641
(14)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 95060, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 95060, CA include Holy Cross School and Gateway School.
How many private schools are located in 95060?
4 private schools are located in 95060.
What percentage of students in 95060 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 95060 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 95060?
25% of private schools in 95060 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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