Average
#644 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 36% of private schools
Meher Schools
Elementary School
999 LELAND DR, Lafayette, CA 94549
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#644 of 1,787
In Lafayette
#3 of 6
public schools
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About Meher Schools
Meher Schools is a private elementary school in Lafayette, CA. Meher Schools serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Meher Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #644 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Meher Schools 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Meher Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Meher Schools 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 Meher Schools compares to the 6 public schools in Lafayette, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lafayette
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Meher Schools (this school) | 6.7 |
| Acalanes High | 8.6 |
| Springhill Elementary | 9.1 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle | 8.9 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 8.7 |
| Burton Valley Elementary | 7.9 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 7.7 |
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
999 LELAND DR, Lafayette, CA 94549
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meher Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springhill Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tice Creek (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkmead Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meher Schools, The Lafayette | 0.1 mi | — |
| The Springstone School Lafayette | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE SPRINGSTONE SCHOOL Lafayette | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Acalanes High Lafayette | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | — |
| Diablo Valley Montessori Lafayette | 1.1 mi | — |
| DIABLO VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Springhill Elementary Lafayette | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Parkmead Elementary Walnut Creek | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| THE CHILD DAY SCHOOL - LAFAYETTE Lafayette | 1.2 mi | — |
| Tice Creek Walnut Creek | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Fusion Academy Walnut Creek Downtown Walnut Creek | 1.4 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY WALNUT CREEK DOWNTOWN Walnut Creek | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Walnut Creek Christian Academy Walnut Creek | 1.6 mi | — |
| M. H. Stanley Middle Lafayette | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Al Judiy Academy Walnut Creek | 1.7 mi | — |
| St. Perpetua Lafayette | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST PERPETUA SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,195
Median Home Value
$1,968,500
Median Rent
$2,902/mo
Population
28,247
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meher Schools
What grades does Meher Schools serve?
Meher Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Meher Schools?
Meher Schools has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meher Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Meher Schools is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Meher Schools rank in CA?
Meher Schools ranks #644 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Meher Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Meher Schools 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 Meher Schools a private school?
Yes, Meher Schools 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 Meher Schools a religious school?
No, Meher Schools is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 938-9958
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