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Emerson Montessori School - Palo Alto
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Best Midtown Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 4,040 students in the neighborhood of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA.
The top ranked private schools in Midtown include Emerson Montessori School - Palo Alto, Keys School, and Torah Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 38%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
33% of private schools in Midtown are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked Midtown Private Schools (2026)

Emerson Montessori School - Palo Alto Photo
Emerson Montessori School - Palo Alto
Gr: NS-8 | 3,710 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2800 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-1267
(3)
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Keys School Photo
Keys School
Gr: K-8 | 324 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 11
2890 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 328-1711
(1)
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Map of Torah Academy
Torah Academy
Gr: 4-5 | 6 students
All-boys (Jewish)
3070 Louis Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-9080
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA include Emerson Montessori School - Palo Alto, Keys School, and Torah Academy.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Midtown, Palo Alto?
3 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Midtown, Palo Alto.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Midtown, Palo Alto?
33% of private schools in the neighborhood of Midtown, Palo Alto are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish).

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