Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Torah Academy
About the School
- Torah Academy serves 6 students in grades 4-5, is a member of the Other school association(s).
- The student:teacher of Torah Academy is 3:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Jewish.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Torah Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
School Notes
- School Motto: LET THERE BE LIGHT!
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, Jewish Leader -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Torah Academy cost?
Torah Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Torah Academy?
The acceptance rate of Torah Academy is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Torah Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Torah Academy?
Torah Academy famous alumni include: Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, Jewish Leader.
What is Torah Academy's ranking?
Torah Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Torah Academy?
The application deadline for Torah Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Torah Academy located?
Torah Academy is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Midtown.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Torah Academy is Hope Technology School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Keys School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Emerson Montessori School - Palo Alto (0.5 miles away)
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Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 324 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 11
2890 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 328-1711
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 3,710 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2800 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-1267
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS | 3,710 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2800 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-1221
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K-8 | 317 students
2890 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 328-1711
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 6-8 | 198 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 3
All-girls | Alternative School
3400 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 968-8338
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 3
2525 E Bayshore Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 565-8391
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 49 students
Special Education School
3860 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 494-1200
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 6-12
Avg. class size: 1 student
Alternative School
2191 E. Bayshore Road, Suite 100
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(877) 673-8893
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 190 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 30
Specialized Curriculum (Jewish)
3900 Fabian Way
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 213-9600
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students
All-girls | Alternative School (Jewish)
3921 Fabian Way
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(646) 240-6772
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: K-8 | 324 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 11
2890 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 328-1711
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 3,710 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2800 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-1267
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K-8 | 317 students
2890 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 328-1711
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 6-8 | 198 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 3
All-girls | Alternative School
3400 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 968-8338
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 3
2525 E Bayshore Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 565-8391
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 3,710 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2800 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-1267
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: NS | 3,710 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2800 West Bayshore Road
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 424-1221
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 129 students
Specialized Curriculum
3233 Cowper St
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 852-0264
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 3
2525 E Bayshore Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 565-8391
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 353 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 13
870 North California Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 899-7385
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
Ohlone Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
950 Amarillo Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 856-1726
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 856-1726
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 464 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Palo Verde Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3450 Louis Rd.
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 856-1672
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 856-1672
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
750 North California Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(408) 494-8120
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(408) 494-8120
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 732 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
El Carmelo Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3024 Bryant St.
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 856-0960
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 856-0960
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 282 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Fairmeadow Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
500 East Meadow Dr.
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 856-0845
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 856-0845
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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