Meira Academy

Meira Academy in Palo Alto, CA is an all–girls alternative school serving grades 9 through 12 in a small city community.
The school enrolls 12 students with a student–teacher ratio of 3:1 supported by 4 teachers.
Meira Academy has a Jewish orientation and other religious affiliation.
The yearly tuition rate is $25,000, which is below the average high school tuition in Palo Alto.
Located in a small city setting, Meira Academy provides a focused program for a limited enrollment of high school students.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Nora Yagolnitser - Graduated in 2016, currently studying Psychology at UC San Diego, involved in Jewish community activities.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Meira Academy cost?
Meira Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Meira Academy?
Meira Academy famous alumni include: Nora Yagolnitser - Graduated in 2016, currently studying Psychology at UC San Diego, involved in Jewish community activities..
When is the application deadline for Meira Academy?
The application deadline for Meira Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Palo Alto, CA is $38,391 for elementary schools and $41,492 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Palo Alto, CA is 62% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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