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The Kehillah School
High School
3900 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About The Kehillah School
The Kehillah School is a private high school in Palo Alto, CA 94303. The school serves approximately 185 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $148,031, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 185 students, The Kehillah 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 5.4:1, The Kehillah 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, The Kehillah 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 The Kehillah School compares to the 17 public schools in Palo Alto, CA
All Schools in Palo Alto
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Kehillah School (this school) | — |
| Greendell | — |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary | 9.3 |
| Palo Verde Elementary | 8.5 |
| Fairmeadow Elementary | 8.5 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle | 8.7 |
| El Carmelo Elementary | 6.4 |
| Ohlone Elementary | 9.3 |
| Juana Briones Elementary | 9.5 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle | 8.5 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle | 8.8 |
| Barron Park Elementary | 7.2 |
| 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
- 185 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Address
- 3900 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303
- Phone
- (650) 213-9600
- 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
3900 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Kehillah School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Mountain View). Additionally, KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10). For more schools in Palo Alto, see our Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.2 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Middlefield Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| ACHIEVE INC. Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | — |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Palo Verde Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| The Girls' Middle School Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE GIRLS' MIDDLE SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fairmeadow Elementary Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
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 The Kehillah School 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 The Kehillah School
What grades does The Kehillah School serve?
The Kehillah School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Kehillah School?
The Kehillah School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Kehillah School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Kehillah School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Kehillah School a private school?
Yes, The Kehillah 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Clara
- Phone
- (650) 213-9600
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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