Stratford School of Palo Alto (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Stratford Private Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School in Palo Alto is committed to providing quality education and care to children ages 2 years through 8th grade in the St. Francis, Palo Alto, Triple El, Old Palo Alto, Leland Manor, Duveneck, Greer Park, and Midtown communities and beyond.
We offer a safe, warm, nurturing environment that inspires children to excel in science, art, engineering, language, technology, math, music, and more.
Our goal is to provide your child with a unique learning experience that is infused with fun activities.
Contact us today to see why our WASC-accredited school is a school of choice.
We are located near Stanford University, Stanford Hospital, Baylands Nature Preserve, and Google headquarters.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 353 students
Yearly Tuition: $28,653
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Stratford School of Palo Alto ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Stratford School of Palo Alto
Pre-K	58
Kind	57
1	46
2	37
3	23
4	41
5	41
6	18
7	23
8	9

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Year Founded

2005

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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School Motto

Summa Spes, Summa Res (Highest Hopes, Highest Things)

Student Body

Total Students

353 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

93%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

14 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

No uniforms for preschool.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$28,653

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies based on grade.

Admissions Director

Rachel Shanley

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

School Mascot

None Specified

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Bollywood DanceComputer Science

Food ExplorersKids Zumba

Mad ScienceMagic Masters

Yes for Chess

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtBand

Hidden Talent ArtMusic

Orchestra

Recreational Athletic Programs:

basketball

School Notes

It starts in Preschool
We start early. Our Preschool program lays the foundation for students to develop core competencies focused on collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking. Our teachers create a warm and nurturing learning environment that allows students to flourish.Our program cultivates their natural curiosity and wonder by encouraging inquiry and by teaching lessons through hands-on learning. At the same time, we balance academic learning with socialization and lots of fun to inspire a love of learning at a young age.
Education takes off at the Elementary level
Our accelerated, sequential, and cross-disciplinary elementary curriculum builds upon the fundamentals that students learn during their Preschool years. In our Elementary program, we integrate critical thinking and collaborative projects so that students discover the value of both independent thinking and working together.We complement our academic instruction with a focus on developing every child`s potential through social, emotional, and personal character education to help each student become articulate and respectful.We inspire our students to ask big questions about the real world, we challenge them to think beyond our classroom walls, and we show them how to learn from these experiences.
Our Middle School program prepares students for high school and beyond
At the Middle School level, we accelerate our STEAM program with advanced instruction and project-based learning. Technology is integrated throughout our robust curriculum to further develop critical thinking and a deeper understanding of STEAM.Throughout the Middle School experience, our teachers build strong relationships with students that last beyond their time at Stratford. This unique approach empowers students to be self-reliant and to take responsibility for their own learning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stratford School of Palo Alto cost?

Stratford School of Palo Alto's tuition is approximately $28,653 for private students.

Does Stratford School of Palo Alto offer a summer program?

Yes, Stratford School of Palo Alto offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Stratford School of Palo Alto's ranking?

Stratford School of Palo Alto ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Stratford School of Palo Alto?

The application deadline for Stratford School of Palo Alto is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Stratford School of Palo Alto located?

Stratford School of Palo Alto is located in the Leland Manor neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Palo Alto, CA is $40,477 for elementary schools and $45,519 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Palo Alto, CA is 57% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).