For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 26 students in Palo Alto, CA. Palo Alto, CA public preschools have a diversity score of 0.70, which is more than the California public preschool average of 0.64.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public preschool average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Palo Alto, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greendell
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4120 Middlefield Rd.
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 856-0833
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 856-0833
Gr: K | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Palo Alto, CA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Palo Alto, CA include Greendell. Palo Alto has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in California.
How many public preschools are located in Palo Alto?
1 public preschools are located in Palo Alto.
What is the racial composition of students in Palo Alto?
Palo Alto public preschools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public preschools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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