Stanford Online High School

Guided by ongoing research at Stanford University, GiftedandTalented.com provides innovative educational tools, unmatched expertise and a supportive community to help students become advanced learners.
Our courses are specially designed to help students become advanced learners and achieve the highest levels of academic excellence.
Our K-12 online courses in Mathematics, Language Arts, Science and Computer Programming feature a combination of multimedia instruction and automated assessment of student work to provide students with a highly-personalized, self-paced learning experience.
We offer two types of courses to meet the individual needs of our students and their families: tutor supported and independent study. Whether working independently or with the guidance and unlimited support of our expert tutors, our students benefit from personalized learning technology with unmatched flexibility.

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Top Rankings

Stanford Online High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Advanced Learners
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
798 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
55%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Stanford Online High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • We offer online courses designed to develop advanced learners in Mathematics, Language Arts and Writing, Science, and Computer Science. Born out of Stanford University, our adaptive coursware programs accelerate students' learning and ensure mastery of concepts. GiftedandTalented.com courses can be used as supplemental learning or as full curriculum for students of all abilities.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stanford Online High School's ranking?
Stanford Online High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Stanford Online High School?
The application deadline for Stanford Online High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Stanford Online High School located?
Stanford Online High School is located in the Downtown Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown Oakland.

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The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $24,287 for elementary schools and $23,406 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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