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Shalem
High School
4102 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Shalem
High School in Palo Alto · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shalem
Shalem is a private high school in Palo Alto, CA. Shalem serves approximately 9 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 1.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 9 students, Shalem 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 1.8:1 students to teachers, Shalem sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shalem 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 Shalem compares to the 17 public schools in Palo Alto, CA
All Schools in Palo Alto
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shalem (this school) | — |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.1 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 8.7 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 9.4 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.2 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 9.4 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.9 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 7.5 |
| Henry M. Gunn High | 9.2 |
| Greendell | — |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 9.0 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 9.2 |
| Walter Hays Elementary | 8.5 |
| Palo Alto High | 8.7 |
| 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.8:1
- Address
- 4102 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
- Phone
- (415) 710-3509
- 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
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Location
4102 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shalem may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away). Another option is Ellen Fletcher Middle (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, BOWMAN SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Juana Briones Elementary Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Bowman School Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| El Carmelo Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Keys Family Day School Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | — |
| KEYS FAMILY DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| School for Independent Learners Los Altos | 1.2 mi | — |
| SCHOOL FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Los Altos | 1.2 mi | — |
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 Shalem
What grades does Shalem serve?
Shalem serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Shalem?
Shalem has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shalem?
The student-teacher ratio at Shalem is 1.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Shalem a private school?
Yes, Shalem 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (415) 710-3509
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