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#1131 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Cypress Primary School
School
3880 CYPRESS DR STE A, Petaluma, CA 94954
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,131 of 1,787
In Petaluma
#4 of 6
public schools
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Cypress Primary School
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About Cypress Primary School
Cypress Primary School is a private school in Petaluma, CA. Cypress Primary School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,131 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Cypress Primary School 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Cypress Primary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cypress Primary School 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 Cypress Primary School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Petaluma, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cypress Primary School (this school) | 5.9 |
| River Montessori Elementary Charter | 8.1 |
| Sonoma Mountain High (Continuation) | — |
| Casa Grande High | 6.5 |
| Miwok Valley Elementary Charter | 4.3 |
| La Tercera Elementary | 6.4 |
| McDowell Elementary | 5.3 |
| Grant Elementary | 7.3 |
| Valley Oaks High (Alternative) | 7.1 |
| San Antonio High (Continuation) | 4.4 |
| Old Adobe Elementary Charter | 6.3 |
| Live Oak Charter | 6.4 |
| McNear Elementary | 5.7 |
| Petaluma Accelerated Charter | 8.1 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.5 |
| Loma Vista Immersion Academy | 7.5 |
| South County Consortium | 7.4 |
| Carpe Diem High (Continuation) | — |
| Petaluma High | 6.8 |
| Valley Vista Elementary | 3.1 |
| Sonoma Mountain Elementary | 7.7 |
Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Petaluma
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
3880 CYPRESS DR STE A, Petaluma, CA 94954
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cypress Primary School may also want to explore other schools in the area. South County Consortium (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CYPRESS SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Petaluma, see our Petaluma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River Montessori Elementary Charter Petaluma | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CYPRESS SCHOOL Petaluma | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Petaluma | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Sonoma Mountain High (Continuation) Petaluma | 1.2 mi | — |
| Casa Grande High Petaluma | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Miwok Valley Elementary Charter Petaluma | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| La Tercera Elementary Petaluma | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| THE SPRING HILL SCHOOL Petaluma | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Old Adobe Elementary Charter Petaluma | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| McDowell Elementary Petaluma | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Valley Oaks High (Alternative) Petaluma | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| San Antonio High (Continuation) Petaluma | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Grant Elementary Petaluma | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Live Oak Charter Petaluma | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| McKinley Elementary Petaluma | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Petaluma Accelerated Charter Petaluma | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| McNear Elementary Petaluma | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Loma Vista Immersion Academy Petaluma | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| South County Consortium Petaluma | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Carpe Diem High (Continuation) Petaluma | 3.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,564
Median Home Value
$790,100
Median Rent
$2,405/mo
Population
38,000
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cypress Primary School
What grades does Cypress Primary School serve?
Cypress Primary School serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Cypress Primary School?
Cypress Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cypress Primary School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cypress Primary School rank in CA?
Cypress Primary School ranks #1,131 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Cypress Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cypress Primary School a private school?
Yes, Cypress Primary School 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 Cypress Primary School a religious school?
No, Cypress Primary School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 209 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Sonoma County
- Phone
- (415) 867-2881
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