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#878 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 49% of private schools
Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto
School
456 COLLEGE AVE, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#878 of 1,787
In Palo Alto
#13 of 18
public schools
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About Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto
Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto is a private school in Palo Alto, CA. Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #878 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto 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 7:1 students to teachers, Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto 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 Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto (this school) | 6.3 |
| Palo Alto High | 8.7 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 7.5 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 9.2 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 8.7 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.5 |
| Addison Elementary | 7.8 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford | — |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 9.4 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.9 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.1 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.6 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 9.0 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.2 |
| Henry M. Gunn High | 9.2 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 9.4 |
| Greendell | — |
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
456 COLLEGE AVE, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lucille M. Nixon Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Stanford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palo Alto High (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto Palo Alto | 0.0 mi | — |
| CASA DEI BAMBINI SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lydian Academy Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| SYNAPSE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Escondido Elementary Stanford | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Castilleja School Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
| CASTILLEJA SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Palo Alto High Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Lucille M. Nixon Elementary Stanford | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ODYSSEY MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Walter Hays Elementary Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| TRU SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - PALO ALTO Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto
What grades does Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto serve?
Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto?
Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto?
The student-teacher ratio at Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto rank in CA?
Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto ranks #878 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto's MySchoolScout rating?
Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto 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 Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto a private school?
Yes, Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto 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 Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto a religious school?
No, Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 462-8150
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