Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Stratford Private Preschool and Elementary School near Washington Park in Sunnyvale is committed to providing quality education and child care to students aged 2.5 years through 5th grade in the Washington Park, Lakewood, Morse Park, Snail, Sunnyvale, and Lowlanders communities and beyond.
Our WASC-accredited school offers a warm environment that inspires children to think and excel in science, art, engineering, language, technology, Spanish, math, music, and more.
Our goal is to provide your child with an educational experience they can't get anyplace else.
Contact us today to see why families love our school.
We are located across Washington Park, close to Sunnyvale Public Library.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 384 students
Yearly Tuition: $24,539
Acceptance rate: 94%
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park
Pre-K	71
Kind	77
1	45
2	60
3	43
4	48
5	40

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Year Founded

2003

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

384 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

94%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

14 students

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

No uniforms for preschool.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$24,539

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade level.

Acceptance Rate

94%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$50 million

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Computer Science

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtMusic

School Notes

School Motto: Summa Spes, Summa Res (Highest Hopes, Highest Things)
School Mascot: Lions

Offering Preschool through Elementary, Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park provides an unparalleled education where children are inspired to be creative problem solvers, innovators, and confident, compassionate leaders.
Our balanced approach in and out of the classroom ensures both academic success and personal development.
In the classroom, our curriculum intentionally instills STEAM rigor and academic excellence taught in a warm and caring environment.
Arts, music, character development, and physical activity round out the Stratford experience.
Beyond the classroom, Stratford encourages students to explore their individual passions through enrichment activities.
Our goal is to prepare and mentor students for admission to competitive high schools and colleges, and our students achieve outstanding results. Evident at all our schools is the Stratford motto, "Summa spes, summa res," meaning "highest hopes, highest things.".

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park cost?

Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park's tuition is approximately $24,539 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park?

The acceptance rate of Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park is 94%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What is Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park's ranking?

Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park?

The application deadline for Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park located?

Stratford School Sunnyvale Washington Park is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 10 other private schools located in Sunnyvale West.

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The average private school tuition in Sunnyvale, CA is $27,241 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).