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#1253 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Cornerstone Learning Foundation
Elementary School
1985 LOUIS RD, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
T1 – 4th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
T1 – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,253 of 1,787
In Palo Alto
#17 of 18
public schools
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Cornerstone Learning Foundation
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About Cornerstone Learning Foundation
Cornerstone Learning Foundation is a private elementary school in Palo Alto, CA. Cornerstone Learning Foundation serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades T1-4th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornerstone Learning Foundation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,253 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Cornerstone Learning Foundation 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 4.3:1 students to teachers, Cornerstone Learning Foundation sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cornerstone Learning Foundation 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 Cornerstone Learning Foundation compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cornerstone Learning Foundation (this school) | 5.7 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 9.2 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.6 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.5 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Addison Elementary | 7.8 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 7.5 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 9.0 |
| Palo Alto High | 8.7 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.9 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 9.4 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.2 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 8.7 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford | — |
| Greendell | — |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.1 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 9.4 |
| Henry M. Gunn High | 9.2 |
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
1985 LOUIS RD, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornerstone Learning Foundation may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ohlone Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Duveneck Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walter Hays Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Duveneck Elementary Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Ohlone Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Fusion Academy Palo Alto Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Silicon Valley International School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| SILICON VALLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| BBS Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Elizabeth Seton Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| SYNAPSE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| TRU SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Hope Technology Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| HOPE TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| HEADSUP CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| EMERSON SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 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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| Hughes-Elizabeth Lakes Lake Hughes, CA | 5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornerstone Learning Foundation
What grades does Cornerstone Learning Foundation serve?
Cornerstone Learning Foundation serves students in grades T1 through 4th.
How many students attend Cornerstone Learning Foundation?
Cornerstone Learning Foundation has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Learning Foundation?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Learning Foundation is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cornerstone Learning Foundation rank in CA?
Cornerstone Learning Foundation ranks #1,253 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Cornerstone Learning Foundation's MySchoolScout rating?
Cornerstone Learning Foundation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cornerstone Learning Foundation a private school?
Yes, Cornerstone Learning Foundation 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 Cornerstone Learning Foundation a religious school?
No, Cornerstone Learning Foundation is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- T1 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 215-0208
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