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#653 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 37% of private schools
The Primary School - East Palo Alto
Elementary School
2086 CLARKE AVE, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#653 of 1,787
In East Palo Alto
#2 of 2
public schools
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The Primary School - East Palo Alto
Elementary School in East Palo Alto · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
East Palo Alto Academy
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About The Primary School - East Palo Alto
The Primary School - East Palo Alto is a private elementary school in East Palo Alto, CA. The Primary School - East Palo Alto serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Primary School - East Palo Alto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #653 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
The Primary School - East Palo Alto 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.
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Student Demographics
All Schools in East Palo Alto
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Primary School - East Palo Alto (this school) | 6.7 |
| Los Robles-Ronald McNair Academy | 4.4 |
| East Palo Alto Academy | 6.4 |
| Oxford Day Academy | 2.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle | 6.4 |
| Costano Elementary | 3.2 |
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
2086 CLARKE AVE, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Primary School - East Palo Alto may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duveneck Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE LEARNING FOUNDATION (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Palo Alto, see our East Palo Alto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood 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
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| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla, CA | 6.7 |
| American Union Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.7 |
| BRISKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
| BUNDY CANYON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wildomar, CA | 6.7 |
| Cherokee Point Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Primary School - East Palo Alto
What grades does The Primary School - East Palo Alto serve?
The Primary School - East Palo Alto serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend The Primary School - East Palo Alto?
The Primary School - East Palo Alto has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Primary School - East Palo Alto?
The student-teacher ratio at The Primary School - East Palo Alto is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Primary School - East Palo Alto rank in CA?
The Primary School - East Palo Alto ranks #653 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Primary School - East Palo Alto's MySchoolScout rating?
The Primary School - East Palo Alto has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Primary School - East Palo Alto a private school?
Yes, The Primary School - East Palo Alto 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 Primary School - East Palo Alto a religious school?
No, The Primary School - East Palo Alto is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 229
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 396-2779
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