Very Good
#257 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 14% of private schools
Eastside College Preparatory School
High School
1041 MYRTLE ST, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#257 of 1,787
In East Palo Alto
#1 of 2
public schools
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Eastside College Preparatory School
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About Eastside College Preparatory School
Eastside College Preparatory School is a private high school in East Palo Alto, CA. Eastside College Preparatory School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastside College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Eastside College Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Eastside College Preparatory 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
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Student Demographics
All Schools in East Palo Alto
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eastside College Preparatory School (this school) | 7.5 |
| East Palo Alto Academy | 6.4 |
| Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy | 4.4 |
| Oxford Day Academy | 2.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle | 6.4 |
| Costano Elementary | 3.2 |
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
1041 MYRTLE ST, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eastside College Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Palo Alto Academy (rated 6.4/10), a more accessible option. Another option is FUSION ACADEMY - PALO ALTO (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), a more accessible option. Additionally, KIPP Esperanza High (rated 5.7/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Oakland), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Palo Alto, see our East Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,031
Median Home Value
$1,825,000
Median Rent
$2,710/mo
Population
47,123
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastside College Preparatory School
What grades does Eastside College Preparatory School serve?
Eastside College Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Eastside College Preparatory School?
Eastside College Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastside College Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Eastside College Preparatory School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Eastside College Preparatory School rank in CA?
Eastside College Preparatory School ranks #257 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Eastside College Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Eastside College Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Eastside College Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Eastside College Preparatory 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 Eastside College Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Eastside College Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 688-0850
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