Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School

450 San Antonio Road
Palo Alto, CA 94306
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At Hausner, we strive to create an academic and life foundation that leads our students to: lead purposeful and meaningful lives; flourish academically and emotionally; and be compassionate, engaged citizens for their communities and the world.
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At Hausner, we strive to create an academic and life foundation that leads our students to: lead purposeful and meaningful lives; flourish academically and emotionally; and be compassionate, engaged citizens for their communities and the world.
As a school situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, we recognize that our students are inhabiting a fast-changing world. Our STEM program which integrates science, technology, engineering, and math curriculum is designed to help them navigate that world and contribute to an ever-growing body of knowledge.
In addition to our standard kindergarten through 8th grade physical education program, Hausner participates in the Small School Intermediate League (SSIL), competing against various local private and public schools.
Music and art education programs enrich our curriculum across all grades.
  • Our Mission: To promote academic excellence, community responsibiliy and vibrant jewish living.
  • We are a community day school, providing an exceptional education in science, math, history, literature, Jewish studies, Hebrew language, music, art, sports, and technology to nearly 400 students.
  • The academic excellence of our program is built on rigorous standards, exceptional faculty, and small student to teacher ratios.

Upcoming Events and News

  • Hausner Students Win Grand Prize at Synopsys Science & Technology Championship Event - 04/27/2017 - Palo Alto, CA, April 27, 2017 Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School students took home many accolades at this year`s Synopsys Science & Technology Championships awards ceremony this month. Additionally, Hausner science teacher, Liat Baranoff, received a Grand Priz...more

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
Religious AffiliationJewish
Grades OfferedGrades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD SupportYes
Learning Difference ProgramsYes
Year Founded1990

Student Body

Total Students405 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 43%
Students by GradeGideon Hausner Jewish Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers70 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size24 students
List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses
Matriculation DataMatric. DataLink to Matriculation Data
Classroom Dress CodeCasual

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineJan. 15 / rolling
% on Financial Aid
30%
Admissions DirectorAileen Mitchner

Sports

Total Sports Offered9 sports
SportsBasketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, VolleyballBasketball, Bowling,
Cross Country, Field Hockey,
Flag Football, Golf,
Soccer, Tennis,
Volleyball

School Notes

  • Our enriching program encompasses general studies, Hebrew, Jewish studies, art, music, and physical education, balancing academic achievement with students` social, emotional, and physical well-being. Our curriculum teaches students important 21st century learning skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creative use of technology providing a dynamic environment that encourages independent thinking. At Hausner, we support the idea that true learning comes from experience. As a result, our project-based learning approach helps students develop practical life skills through investigation, complex research, and decision making. These skills lead to deeper learning, greater retention, and increased student engagement. We integrate technology into our core curriculum in general studies (including math, science, social studies, and English), as well as Jewish studies and various levels of Hebrew to enhance project-based learning. Our STEM curriculum a hallmark of our education process is an interdisciplinary and applied-teaching approach that integrates hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, and math for real-world, problem-based learning.

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  • Grades: K-8
  • Students: 405 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
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