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Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto
High School
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto
Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto is a private high school in Palo Alto, CA 94304. The school serves approximately 65 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $162,569, where 82% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 65 students, Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto 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 9.3:1, Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto 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, Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto 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
BetaHow Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto (this school) | — |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford | — |
| Palo Alto High | 8.1 |
| Addison Elementary | 8.1 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.0 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 8.5 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.8 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 6.4 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 7.2 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.5 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.5 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 8.5 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 8.7 |
| Henry M. Gunn High | 8.8 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.3 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 8.8 |
| Greendell | — |
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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 65 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Address
- 650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
- Phone
- (650) 326-5530
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Menlo-Atherton High (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Atherton). Another option is Palo Alto High (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, MENLO SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Atherton). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sand Hill School Palo Alto | 0.0 mi | — |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES MENLO PARK Menlo Park | 1.0 mi | — |
| MiaPrep Online High School Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Oak Knoll Elementary Menlo Park | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| VR School of AI (Campus 113355) Stanford | 1.2 mi | — |
| Menlo Atherton | 1.2 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOLS ATHERTON Atherton | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MENLO SCHOOL Atherton | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | — |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton Atherton | 1.3 mi | — |
| Palo Alto High Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Tru Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,569
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,496/mo
Population
4,731
College Educated
82%
Homeownership
24.2%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto has a median household income of $162,569. It is a well-educated community where 82% 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 $3,496/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto
What grades does Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto serve?
Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto?
Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto?
The student-teacher ratio at Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto a private school?
Yes, Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Clara
- Phone
- (650) 326-5530
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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