Very Good
#390 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 22% of private schools
The Phillips Academy
High School
1910 CENTRAL AVE, Alameda, CA 94501
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#390 of 1,787
In Alameda
#2 of 5
public schools
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The Phillips Academy
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About The Phillips Academy
The Phillips Academy is a private high school in Alameda, CA. The Phillips Academy serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Phillips Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, The Phillips Academy 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, The Phillips Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Phillips Academy 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 The Phillips Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Alameda, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Phillips Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Alameda High | 8.2 |
| Will C. Wood Middle | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Middle | 8.8 |
| Island High (Continuation) | 6.4 |
| Bay Farm | 7.8 |
| Alameda Science and Technology Institute | 8.8 |
| The Academy of Alameda | 8.9 |
| Alameda Community Learning Center | 6.1 |
| Nea Community Learning Center | 6.1 |
| Encinal Junior/Senior High | 7.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1910 CENTRAL AVE, Alameda, CA 94501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Phillips Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alameda High (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alameda, see our Alameda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph Elementary Alameda | 0.2 mi | — |
| Love Elementary Alameda | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alameda | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Alameda | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Alameda | 0.2 mi | — |
| DA VINCI CENTER FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Alameda | 0.2 mi | — |
| BAYSIDE MONTESSORI ASSOCIATION Alameda | 0.3 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Alameda | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| The Child Unique Montessori School/Montessori Elementary School of Alameda Alameda | 0.5 mi | — |
| THE CHILD UNIQUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alameda | 0.5 mi | — |
| Alameda High Alameda | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Will C. Wood Middle Alameda | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| EnCompass Four Corners School Alameda | 0.8 mi | — |
| Downtown Charter Academy Oakland | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Maya Lin Alameda | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Edison Elementary Alameda | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Frank Otis Elementary Alameda | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Zoom_Excel LLC Oakland | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Alameda | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,500
Median Home Value
$1,213,100
Median Rent
$2,362/mo
Population
63,517
College Educated
58.1%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Phillips Academy
What grades does The Phillips Academy serve?
The Phillips Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Phillips Academy?
The Phillips Academy has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Phillips Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Phillips Academy is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Phillips Academy rank in CA?
The Phillips Academy ranks #390 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Phillips Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Phillips Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Phillips Academy a private school?
Yes, The Phillips Academy 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 The Phillips Academy a religious school?
No, The Phillips Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 204 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 769-7100
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