Average
#880 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 49% of private schools
Cypress School
School
3835 CYPRESS DR STE 103, Petaluma, CA 94954
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#880 of 1,787
In Petaluma
#3 of 6
public schools
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Cypress School
School in Petaluma · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cypress School
Cypress School is a private school in Petaluma, CA. Cypress School serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #880 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Cypress 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Cypress School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cypress 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 School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Petaluma, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cypress School (this school) | 6.3 |
| 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 |
| Live Oak Charter | 6.4 |
| Old Adobe Elementary Charter | 6.3 |
| 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 34 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
3835 CYPRESS DR STE 103, Petaluma, CA 94954
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cypress School may also want to explore other schools in the area. South County Consortium (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CYPRESS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Petaluma, see our Petaluma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River Montessori Elementary Charter Petaluma | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CYPRESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Petaluma | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| 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 | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| La Tercera Elementary Petaluma | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| THE SPRING HILL SCHOOL Petaluma | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Old Adobe Elementary Charter Petaluma | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| McDowell Elementary Petaluma | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Valley Oaks High (Alternative) Petaluma | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| San Antonio High (Continuation) Petaluma | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Grant Elementary Petaluma | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Live Oak Charter Petaluma | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| McNear Elementary Petaluma | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| McKinley Elementary Petaluma | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Petaluma Accelerated Charter Petaluma | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Loma Vista Immersion Academy Petaluma | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| South County Consortium Petaluma | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Carpe Diem High (Continuation) Petaluma | 3.1 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fullerton, CA | 6.3 |
| GUIDE ACADEMY Anaheim, CA | 6.3 |
| OAK KNOLL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Altadena, CA | 6.3 |
| PADRE PIO ACADEMY Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| SIERRA FOOTHILLS ACADEMY Loomis, CA | 6.3 |
| Stanislaus County West Campus Modesto, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cypress School
What grades does Cypress School serve?
Cypress School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Cypress School?
Cypress School has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cypress School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cypress School rank in CA?
Cypress School ranks #880 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Cypress School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cypress School a private school?
Yes, Cypress 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 School a religious school?
No, Cypress School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 84% M / 16% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- 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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