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#947 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Athena Academy
Middle School
525 SAN ANTONIO RD, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#947 of 1,787
In Palo Alto
#14 of 18
public schools
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About Athena Academy
Athena Academy is a private middle school in Palo Alto, CA. Athena Academy serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Athena Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #947 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, Athena Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.3:1 students to teachers, Athena Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Athena Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Athena Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Athena Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.2 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 9.4 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.9 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 9.0 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.1 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 9.4 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 7.5 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 8.7 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 9.2 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.5 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.6 |
| Addison Elementary | 7.8 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
525 SAN ANTONIO RD, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Athena Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Herbert Hoover Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairmeadow Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | — |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | — |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| Monta Loma Elementary Mountain View | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| School for Independent Learners Los Altos | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$186,479
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,927/mo
Population
27,527
College Educated
80.5%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41
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| A. M. Thomas Middle Lost Hills, CA | 6.3 |
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| Borrego Springs Middle Borrego Springs, CA | 6.4 |
| MIT Griffin Academy Middle Vallejo, CA | 6.4 |
| Maricopa Middle Maricopa, CA | 6.4 |
| NORTH BRIDGE ACADEMY Mill Valley, CA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Athena Academy
What grades does Athena Academy serve?
Athena Academy serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Athena Academy?
Athena Academy has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Athena Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Athena Academy is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Athena Academy rank in CA?
Athena Academy ranks #947 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Athena Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Athena Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Athena Academy a private school?
Yes, Athena Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Athena Academy a religious school?
No, Athena Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 543-4560
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