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#942 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Tilden Preparatory School
High School
1231 SOLANO AVE, Albany, CA 94706
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
2.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
2.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#942 of 1,787
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Tilden Preparatory School
High School in Albany · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tilden Preparatory School
Tilden Preparatory School is a private high school in Albany, CA. Tilden Preparatory School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 2.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tilden Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #942 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Tilden Preparatory 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 2.3:1 students to teachers, Tilden Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tilden Preparatory 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
BetaHow Tilden Preparatory School compares to the 6 public schools in Albany, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Albany
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tilden Preparatory School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Cornell Elementary | 9.1 |
| Marin Elementary | 8.2 |
| Albany High | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) | — |
| Ocean View Elementary | 7.0 |
| Albany Middle | 9.0 |
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.
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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
1231 SOLANO AVE, Albany, CA 94706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tilden Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Albany High (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, El Cerrito High (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby El Cerrito), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Albany High Albany | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 0.4 mi | — |
| Albany Middle Albany | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Ocean View Elementary Albany | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | — |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fairmont Elementary El Cerrito | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,961
Median Home Value
$1,188,100
Median Rent
$2,394/mo
Population
20,486
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tilden Preparatory School
What grades does Tilden Preparatory School serve?
Tilden Preparatory School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Tilden Preparatory School?
Tilden Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tilden Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tilden Preparatory School is 2.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tilden Preparatory School rank in CA?
Tilden Preparatory School ranks #942 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Tilden Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tilden Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tilden Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Tilden Preparatory 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 Tilden Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Tilden Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 525-5506
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