Keys School

2890 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94306-0943
Tel: (650)328-1711
Grades: K - 8 | 289 students
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Mission: Keys School is an independent, K-8 school that offers a broad, hands-on curriculum. Keys fosters high academic achievement and emphasizes balanced growth—intellectually, physically, emotionally, and socially. Within a diverse and supportive community, Keys is committed to maintaining a caring and creative environment that encourages children to love learning, to take intellectual risks, and to treat others with respect and empathy.

School Overview:
Keys School
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1973
Student Body
Total Students 289 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 42% (CA School Avg.: 43%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 17 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 6
Yearly Tuition Cost $21,950
Tuition Notes We offer 3 payment plans. Tuition Assistance available.
% on Financial Aid 15%
Admissions Director Jennifer Tyler
Admissions Associate Elyssa Bishop
Sports
Total Sports Offered 7 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Football Soccer
Softball Track and Field
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 9 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Cartooning Club Chess Club
Crocheting Club Fencing Club
Hindi Club Homework Club
Mandarin Club Math Club
Science Adventures

School Notes:

  • What Does Keys School Offer? • A challenging and engaging academic program that prepares students well for secondary school and beyond • A dedicated and inspirational faculty that teaches to the whole child • Specialty teachers in art, music, drama, physical education, Spanish, science, technology, dance, speech, self-science • Outstanding Outdoor Education Program (K-8) • After School Athletics Program (4-8) • Integrated learning activities • Development of each student's individual talents • Safe, closed campus where everyone is known and respected • A warm, inclusive, family-oriented environment • Commitment to diversity • Opportunities for parent education and participation • Before and After School care • Extensive use of local resources for field trips and assemblies • Technology lab with multimedia computers and Internet access • School counselor and Self-Science Program to develop emotional intelligence • Commitment to community service at every grade

    • Profile last updated: 07/11/2011

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Nearby Schools:

Keys School
Gr. K-8 | 0 mi. away
Torah Academy
Gr. K-3 | 0.4 mi. away
Bear Hollow School
Gr. 3-12 | 1 mi. away
Hope Technology School
Gr. K-9 | 1.1 mi. away
Achieve Kids
Gr. PK | 1.1 mi. away
Challenger School - Middlefield
Gr. K-9 | 1.2 mi. away

View all schools in: Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, Zip 94306

School Reviews:

  • Recommended May 21,2012 - Keys can be challenging at times but it is a wonderful school filled with amazing teachers and students. They have a great support system for each student especially the ones with disabilities and provide a nurturing, hands on educational program. It is truly spectacular.*-Posted by Student/Alumni *

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