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Meira Academy
High School
3921 FABIAN WAY, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Meira Academy
Meira Academy is a all-girls Jewish private high school in Palo Alto, CA 94303. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.4:1. 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 12 students, Meira Academy 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 3.4:1, Meira Academy 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, Meira Academy 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 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $51,802
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $53,266
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.03x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 13%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $283,112
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 12 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Meira Academy compares to the 17 public schools in Palo Alto, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Palo Alto
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Meira Academy (this school) | — |
| Greendell | — |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.3 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.5 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 8.5 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 8.7 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 6.4 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.5 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 8.8 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 7.2 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 8.5 |
| Henry M. Gunn High | 8.8 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.8 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.0 |
| Addison Elementary | 8.1 |
| Palo Alto High | 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Private · Jewish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Address
- 3921 FABIAN WAY, Palo Alto, CA 94303
- Phone
- (646) 240-6772
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
3921 FABIAN WAY, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meira Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Mountain View). Additionally, KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.2 miles away). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| The Girls' Middle School Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE GIRLS' MIDDLE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Monta Loma Elementary Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
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 Meira Academy 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 Meira Academy
What grades does Meira Academy serve?
Meira Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Meira Academy?
Meira Academy has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meira Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Meira Academy is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Meira Academy a private school?
Yes, Meira Academy is a private all-girls school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Meira Academy a religious school?
Meira Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- SANTA CLARA
- Phone
- (646) 240-6772
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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