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Bbs

Elementary School

1451 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Private

Enrollment

14

Student-Teacher

4:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2024-25

How this school compares

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Bbs

Bbs is an private elementary school in Palo Alto, CA 94301. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $235,529, where 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 14 students, Bbs is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, Bbs offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Bbs operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bbs compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
This School
vs
18.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
14
This School
vs
288
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Bbs (this school)
Duveneck Elementary 8.8
Walter Hays Elementary 8.0
Addison Elementary 8.1
Ohlone Elementary 9.3
El Carmelo Elementary 6.4
Palo Verde Elementary 8.5
Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford
Fairmeadow Elementary 8.5
Herbert Hoover Elementary 9.3
Barron Park Elementary 7.2
Greendell
Juana Briones Elementary 9.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
14 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
Address
1451 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Data Year
SY 2024-25
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

1451 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bbs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duveneck Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away). Another option is Addison Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Walter Hays Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Palo Alto 0.4 mi 5.1
Duveneck Elementary Palo Alto 0.4 mi 8.8
St. Elizabeth Seton Palo Alto 0.4 mi
La Scuola International School Silicon Valley East Palo Alto 0.7 mi
TRU SCHOOL Palo Alto 0.7 mi 5.8
Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto 0.8 mi 8.0
THE PRIMARY SCHOOL - EAST PALO ALTO East Palo Alto 0.7 mi 6.7
CORNERSTONE LEARNING FOUNDATION Palo Alto 0.8 mi 5.7
Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy East Palo Alto 0.8 mi 4.9
East Palo Alto Academy East Palo Alto 0.8 mi 5.6
EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL East Palo Alto 0.8 mi 7.5
Eastside College Preparatory School East Palo Alto 0.8 mi
Addison Elementary Palo Alto 0.8 mi 8.1
Oxford Day Academy East Palo Alto 0.9 mi 2.8
Silicon Valley International School Palo Alto 0.8 mi
SILICON VALLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Palo Alto 0.8 mi 7.4
STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO Palo Alto 1.0 mi 7.3
KIPP Esperanza High Oakland 1.0 mi 6.4
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto 1.1 mi 8.5
FUSION ACADEMY - PALO ALTO Palo Alto 0.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$235,529

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,290/mo

Population

17,126

College Educated

83.3%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

45.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bbs has a median household income of $235,529. It is a well-educated community where 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,290/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bbs

What grades does Bbs serve?

Bbs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Bbs?

Bbs has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bbs?

The student-teacher ratio at Bbs is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Bbs a private school?

Yes, Bbs is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,256/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Palo Alto). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Santa Clara
Data Year
2025–2026

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