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#48 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 3% of private schools

The Saklan School

Elementary School

1678 SCHOOL ST, Moraga, CA 94556

Private

Enrollment

111

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#48 of 1,787

In Moraga

#1 of 2

public schools

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The Saklan School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Moraga · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Joaquin Moraga Intermediate

8.8/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.8/10

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About The Saklan School

The Saklan School is a private elementary school in Moraga, CA. The Saklan School serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Saklan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.1 pts above CA schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 111 students, The Saklan School 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, The Saklan School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Saklan School 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

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How The Saklan School compares to the 5 public schools in Moraga, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
111
This School
vs
620
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.1% vs 0%
Asian 20.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Black 0.9% vs 0%
The Saklan School Moraga Public Avg

All Schools in Moraga

School Rating
The Saklan School (this school) 8.3
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate 8.8
Los Perales Elementary 7.2
Camino Pablo Elementary 6.8
Donald L. Rheem Elementary 8.3
Campolindo High 8.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 62%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 111
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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)

White 54.1%
Asian 20.7%
Two or More 19.8%
Hispanic 3.6%
Black 0.9%
Pacific Islander 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1678 SCHOOL ST, Moraga, CA 94556

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Saklan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glorietta Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Orinda), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Del Rey Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Orinda), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Donald L. Rheem Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Moraga, see our Moraga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
The Saklan School Moraga 0.0 mi
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate Moraga 0.5 mi 8.8
Miramonte High Orinda 0.9 mi 8.8
Los Perales Elementary Moraga 1.0 mi 7.2
Camino Pablo Elementary Moraga 1.0 mi 6.8
Orinda Intermediate Orinda 1.4 mi 9.1
Del Rey Elementary Orinda 1.4 mi 8.6
Donald L. Rheem Elementary Moraga 1.7 mi 8.3
ORION ACADEMY Moraga 1.9 mi 6.1
Radiant Blossom Moraga 2.0 mi
Canyon Elementary Canyon 1.7 mi 7.5
Campolindo High Moraga 2.4 mi 8.9
Skyline High Oakland 2.8 mi 6.7
Glorietta Elementary Orinda 3.1 mi 8.8
Burton Valley Elementary Lafayette 2.9 mi 7.9
Oakland Hebrew Day School Oakland 3.2 mi
OAKLAND HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Oakland 3.2 mi 7.1
ST PERPETUA SCHOOL Lafayette 3.5 mi 4.7
St. Perpetua Lafayette 3.5 mi
Baywood Learning Centers Oakland 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$199,300

Median Home Value

$1,594,100

Median Rent

$3,119/mo

Population

15,922

College Educated

80.8%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Saklan School

What grades does The Saklan School serve?

The Saklan School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The Saklan School?

The Saklan School has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Saklan School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Saklan School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Saklan School rank in CA?

The Saklan School ranks #48 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is The Saklan School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Saklan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Saklan School a private school?

Yes, The Saklan School 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 Saklan School a religious school?

No, The Saklan School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
111
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Contra Costa County

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