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Sand Hill School
Elementary School
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
2nd – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Sand Hill School
Sand Hill School is an private elementary school in Palo Alto, CA 94304. The school serves approximately 53 students in grades 2nd – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $162,569, where 82% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 53 students, Sand Hill 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 2.6:1, Sand Hill 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, Sand Hill 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sand Hill School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Palo Alto, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sand Hill School (this school) | — |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford | — |
| Addison Elementary | 8.1 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.0 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 8.5 |
| Duveneck Elementary | 8.8 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 6.4 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 7.2 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.5 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.5 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 8.5 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 8.7 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.3 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 8.8 |
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
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 53 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Address
- 650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
- Phone
- (650) 688-3605
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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.
Location
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sand Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Knoll Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park). Another option is ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park). Additionally, NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Menlo Park). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto Palo Alto | 0.0 mi | — |
| Packard Children's Hospital/Stanford Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES MENLO PARK Menlo Park | 1.0 mi | — |
| Oak Knoll Elementary Menlo Park | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| MiaPrep Online High School Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| VR School of AI (Campus 113355) Stanford | 1.2 mi | — |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOLS ATHERTON Atherton | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Menlo Atherton | 1.2 mi | — |
| MENLO SCHOOL Atherton | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | — |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY MONTESSORI Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | — |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton Atherton | 1.3 mi | — |
| Palo Alto High Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Tru Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,569
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,496/mo
Population
4,731
College Educated
82%
Homeownership
24.2%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sand Hill School has a median household income of $162,569. It is a well-educated community where 82% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,496/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sand Hill School
What grades does Sand Hill School serve?
Sand Hill School serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Sand Hill School?
Sand Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sand Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sand Hill School is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sand Hill School a private school?
Yes, Sand Hill School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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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 2024-25)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Clara
- Phone
- (650) 688-3605
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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