Private Schools in Salinas, California

Santa Catalina School is a premier independent Catholic school serving the Monterey Bay area, including Salinas families. This coeducational day school (grades 9-12) and boarding school offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with small class sizes averaging 12 students. The 36-acre campus features state-of-the-art science labs, performing arts center, athletic facilities, and innovative learning spaces. Notable programs include advanced STEM courses, comprehensive arts education, competitive athletics, and global education opportunities. The school maintains a 100% college acceptance rate with graduates attending top universities nationwide.

Stevenson School is a highly respected independent college preparatory school serving students from Salinas and the greater Monterey Peninsula. With campuses in Pebble Beach and Carmel, the school offers day (grades PK-12) and boarding (grades 9-12) options. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, writing across disciplines, and hands-on learning through unique programs like marine science at their coastal location and entrepreneurship initiatives. The school features a 10:1 student-teacher ratio, extensive athletic facilities, and robust arts programs. Stevenson consistently sends graduates to elite colleges and universities.

All Saints' Day School is an esteemed Episcopal independent school serving families from Salinas and surrounding communities. Located in beautiful Carmel Valley, the school offers education from preschool through 8th grade with a focus on whole-child development. The curriculum integrates advanced STEAM programs, comprehensive literacy instruction, and character education. The 10-acre campus features modern classrooms, science labs, art studios, athletic fields, and extensive outdoor learning spaces. The school emphasizes small class sizes, differentiated instruction, and prepares students for success at top secondary schools throughout California.