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Imagination Lab School
Elementary School
4000 MIDDLEFIELD RD RM I-2, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Imagination Lab School
Imagination Lab School is an private elementary school in Palo Alto, CA 94303. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 7th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $148,031, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Imagination Lab School 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 4.7:1, Imagination Lab School 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, Imagination Lab School 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.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $63,877
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $64,539
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.01x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 55%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $799,718
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 27 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Imagination Lab School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Imagination Lab School (this school) | — |
| Greendell | — |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.3 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 8.7 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.5 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 8.5 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.5 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 6.4 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 8.8 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 7.2 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 8.5 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.0 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.8 |
| Addison Elementary | 8.1 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford | — |
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 – 7th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Address
- 4000 MIDDLEFIELD RD RM I-2, Palo Alto, CA 94303
- Phone
- (650) 460-8940
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
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.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4000 MIDDLEFIELD RD RM I-2, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagination Lab School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herbert Hoover Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is Fairmeadow Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, Palo Verde Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.0 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.0 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.1 mi | — |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | — |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Monta Loma Elementary Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Imagination Lab School has a median household income of $148,031. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,825,000, with a median rent of $2,710/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagination Lab School
What grades does Imagination Lab School serve?
Imagination Lab School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Imagination Lab School?
Imagination Lab School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Imagination Lab School?
The student-teacher ratio at Imagination Lab School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Imagination Lab School a private school?
Yes, Imagination Lab 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 Imagination Lab School a religious school?
No, Imagination Lab School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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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 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- SANTA CLARA
- Phone
- (650) 460-8940
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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