Keys Family Day School in Palo Alto, CA is a nonsectarian private school serving co–ed students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a small city community.
Founded in 1973, the school enrolls 317 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, supported by 36 teaching staff.
The student body includes 31% students of color, reflecting some racial and ethnic diversity within the school community.
Annual tuition is $43,800, which is above the average private elementary school tuition in Palo Alto.
Keys Family Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for enrollment size.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Yearly Tuition: $43,800
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Keys Family Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
317 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$43,800
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Keys Family Day School cost?
Keys Family Day School's tuition is approximately $43,800 for private students.
What is Keys Family Day School's ranking?
Keys Family Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Keys Family Day School?
The application deadline for Keys Family Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Keys Family Day School is Achieve Inc. (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Keys School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is International School Of The Peninsula (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
2890 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 328-1711
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 328-1711
- miles
Gr: K-8 | 324 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
1175 Altamead Dr
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 967-2783
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 967-2783
5.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 117 students Avg. class size: 20 students
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