Tilden Preparatory School - Albany

Tilden Preparatory School - Albany

Private Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
1231 Solano Ave,  Albany, CA
4.8
4.6
91 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Shary Nunan/karen Hobbs (co-directors)
Student Teacher Ratio
2:1
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
32
Average GPA
3.74

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.74
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
2:1
Teachers
73
Full Time Teachers
40
Part Time Teachers
33
College Prep
Average SAT
1350
Math
660
Verbal
690
Average ACT
32
Math
32
English
32
Reading
31
Science
32
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
65%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
58.3%
Female
41.7%
White
72.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.6%
Hispanic
8.5%
Two or more races
7.1%
Black
1.4%

School Rankings

#184 Best HS For Stem in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Santa Cruz 15 Students
University of California - Davis 11 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 11 Students
University of California - Berkeley 10 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 9 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 9 Students
University of San Francisco 9 Students
San Diego State University 8 Students
Loyola Marymount University 8 Students
University of California - San Diego 7 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 12 Students
Biology 5 Students
Philosophy 5 Students
Engineering 4 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 4 Students
Physics 4 Students
Business 3 Students
Architecture 3 Students
English 3 Students
Marine Biology and Oceanography 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.8 11 Reviews
4.0 Senior
4/23/2019
Tilden was the perfect school for me given my learning differences. I really enjoy the 1:1 teaching model as well as small group classes. Most importantly, I really think the mastery level of teaching is very effective regardless of learning needs.
5.0 NicheUser
10/4/2014
Administration is very caring, dedicated students.
5.0 NicheUser
4/25/2013
The counselors are very helpful and fix any problems you have quickly.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 12 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/29/2025
My student found that Tilden Prep worked so well for them that they took classes even after graduating to give their education a morewell-rounded content. They are continuing in the Summer because their teacher offered them a class that fits their greatest interest,and which will help them in their...
5.0 parent
5/29/2025
Tilden Prep has been transformative for our son, who's twice exceptional. It offers greater depth and breadth of curriculum and more highly educated staff than its competitors, like Fusion Academy. For example, Tilden offers Multivariable Calculus and Linear Algebra. While such courses are offered a...
5.0 parent
3/28/2022
My son has really blossomed at Tilden Preparatory School. He had difficulty with executive function issues in his public high school but is a very smart kid. Tilden allowed him the flexibility to move quickly in the subject matters he excelled in and gave him additional support in the areas where he...
5.0 parent
3/20/2022
My child was struggling with high school. It was a combination of remote learning, lack of engagement and motivation. He started at Tilden after being in two different high schools that were not a good fit. Tilden has been a game changer. He is taking responsibility for his work and getting it in on...

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Tilden Preparatory School - Albany is a private school for students in grades 6-12 located at 1231 Solano Ave in Albany, CA. The school has a total enrollment of 91 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 2:1. Tilden Preparatory School - Albany has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.74. Average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1350 and an ACT score of 32. Discover additional schools in the area, like Saint Mary's College High School, Bayhill High School, Mentoring Academy, and more. Learn more about what Albany has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Tilden Preparatory School - Albany.

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