Very Good
#254 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 14% of private schools
Beechwood School
Elementary School
50 TERMINAL AVE, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#254 of 1,787
In Menlo Park
#3 of 7
public schools
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Beechwood School
Elementary School in Menlo Park · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beechwood School
Beechwood School is a private elementary school in Menlo Park, CA. Beechwood School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beechwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, Beechwood School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Beechwood School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Beechwood School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Beechwood School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Menlo Park, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beechwood School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Belle Haven Elementary | 4.7 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep | 6.8 |
| Garfield Elementary | 5.7 |
| Hillview Middle | 9.1 |
| Oak Knoll Elementary | 9.1 |
| La Entrada Middle | 9.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
50 TERMINAL AVE, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beechwood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Encinal Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PENINSULA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Menlo Park, see our Menlo Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Tide Academy Redwood City | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Peninsula School, Ltd Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | — |
| PENINSULA SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Laurel Elementary Atherton | 0.9 mi | 9.7 |
| MID-PENINSULA HIGH SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Mid-Peninsula Education Center Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | — |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep Menlo Park | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| OPEN MIND SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Open Mind School Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle East Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 1.5 mi | — |
| Encinal Elementary Atherton | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Taft Elementary Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Costano Elementary East Palo Alto | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| MiaPrep Online High School Menlo Park | 2.0 mi | — |
| Tru Palo Alto | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$215,871
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,169/mo
Population
40,230
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Cubberley Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 7.5 |
| LOS ENCINOS SCHOOL Encino, CA | 7.5 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| MARIN HORIZON SCHOOL Mill Valley, CA | 7.5 |
| Montague Elementary Montague, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beechwood School
What grades does Beechwood School serve?
Beechwood School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Beechwood School?
Beechwood School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beechwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beechwood School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beechwood School rank in CA?
Beechwood School ranks #254 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Beechwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beechwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beechwood School a private school?
Yes, Beechwood School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Beechwood School a religious school?
No, Beechwood School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 219 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 327-5052
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