Woodside Priory School is home to the only high school boarding program in Silicon Valley.
Fifty boarding students and 30% of our faculty live among the redwoods on our scenic 50-acre campus, and attend classes with another 250 day students. Our students are surrounded by the innovation and excitement of Silicon Valley, but they study on a campus that fosters a sense of meaning and balance.
Priory's mission is to assist all students in creating meaningful and balanced lives, developing as lifelong learners, and productively serving a world in need of their gifts.
Priory`s academic program engages our students rigorously and intentionally.
Our robust curriculum engages students in meaningful intellectual discourse and encourages them to venture outside their academic comfort zones.
We welcome young people into a community where they feel uniquely known and loved.
Priory students feel free to take intellectual and creative risks, to discover their passions, and to grow in heart, mind, and soul.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Yearly Tuition: $61,400
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 9
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Woodside Priory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
430 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Art History, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Literature, Environmental Science, French Language, Human Geography, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Music Therory, Physics, Psychology, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Statistics, Studio Art, U.S. Government and Politics, U.S. History
Average SAT score
1380
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Average Percentile SSAT
85%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 9
Yearly Tuition Cost
$61,400
Tuition Notes
Day tuition includes daily lunch. Additional fees include a $600 Student Activities Fee. For information regarding Boarding Program tuition and fees, visit our website.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$40,945
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Kirk Gossman, Director of Admissions & Financial Aid
Admissions Associate
Nils Leitz
Endowment Size
$10 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Associated Student Body, Campus Ministry, Community Service Club, Dedicated to Diversity, Ecology/Sustainability Club, International Club, Japanese Anime Club, Junior Statesmen of America, Literary Magazine, Model United Nations Club, National Honor Society, Prism, Robotics, Womentors, Woodworking, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Improv Jam, Jazz Band, Open Art Studio, Orchestra, Tech Club, Technical Theater
Associated Student Body, Campus Ministry, Community Service Club, Dedicated to Diversity, Ecology/Sustainability Club, International Club, Japanese Anime Club, Junior Statesmen of America, Literary Magazine, Model United Nations Club, National Honor Society, Prism, Robotics, Womentors, Woodworking, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Improv Jam, Jazz Band, Open Art Studio, Orchestra, Tech Club, Technical Theater
School Notes
- Woodside Priory School is home to the only high school boarding program in Silicon Valley. Fifty boarding students and 30% of our faculty live among the redwoods on our scenic 50-acre campus, and attend classes with another 250 day students.
- Our students are surrounded by the innovation and excitement of Silicon Valley, but they study on a campus that fosters a sense of meaning and balance. Priory's mission is to assist all students in creating meaningful and balanced lives, developing as lifelong learners, and productively serving a world in need of their gifts.
- Priory`s academic program engages our students rigorously and intentionally. Our robust curriculum engages students in meaningful intellectual discourse and encourages them to venture outside their academic comfort zones.
- We welcome young people into a community where they feel uniquely known and loved. Priory students feel free to take intellectual and creative risks, to discover their passions, and to grow in heart, mind, and soul.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Taylor Eigsti - Grammy nominated jazz pianist
- Marc Fiore - Awarded 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Political Cartooning
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Woodside Priory School cost?
Woodside Priory School's tuition is approximately $61,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Woodside Priory School?
The acceptance rate of Woodside Priory School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Woodside Priory School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Woodside Priory School?
Woodside Priory School famous alumni include: Taylor Eigsti and Marc Fiore.
What sports does Woodside Priory School offer?
Woodside Priory School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Woodside Priory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Woodside Priory School's ranking?
Woodside Priory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Woodside Priory School?
The application deadline for Woodside Priory School is Jan. 9.
In what neighborhood is Woodside Priory School located?
Woodside Priory School is located in the Central Portola Valley neighborhood of Portola Valley, CA.
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