Average
#656 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 37% of private schools
Keys Family Day School
Middle School
3981 EL CAMINO REAL, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#656 of 1,787
In Palo Alto
#11 of 18
public schools
Shortlisting around Keys Family Day School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Keys Family Day School
Middle School in Palo Alto · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Shalem
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Juana Briones Elementary
0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Keys Family Day School
Keys Family Day School is a private middle school in Palo Alto, CA. Keys Family Day School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Keys Family Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Keys Family Day 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Keys Family Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Keys Family Day 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 Keys Family Day School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Keys Family Day School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 8.7 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 9.4 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.1 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 7.5 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.9 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.2 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 9.4 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 9.0 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 9.2 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.5 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.6 |
| Addison Elementary | 7.8 |
| 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.
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.
Data Unavailable
View data sources
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
3981 EL CAMINO REAL, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keys Family Day School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellen Fletcher Middle (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shalem Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Bowman School Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lydian Academy Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$186,479
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,927/mo
Population
27,527
College Educated
80.5%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Upper Lake Middle Upper Lake, CA | 6.7 |
| ALMANSOR ACADEMY (INSTITUTE FOR REDESIGN OF LEARNI South Pasadena, CA | 6.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY-CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS San Francisco, CA | 6.6 |
| NEWBRIDGE SCHOOL Poway, CA | 6.6 |
| Santa Lucia Middle Cambria, CA | 6.5 |
| WEST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keys Family Day School
What grades does Keys Family Day School serve?
Keys Family Day School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Keys Family Day School?
Keys Family Day School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keys Family Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Keys Family Day School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Keys Family Day School rank in CA?
Keys Family Day School ranks #656 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Keys Family Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Keys Family Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Keys Family Day School a private school?
Yes, Keys Family Day 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 Keys Family Day School a religious school?
No, Keys Family Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 328-1711
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.