Very Good
#403 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 23% of private schools
Fusion Academy - San Mateo
High School
2000 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS STE 128, San Mateo, CA 94403
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#403 of 1,787
In San Mateo
#8 of 12
public schools
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About Fusion Academy - San Mateo
Fusion Academy - San Mateo is a private high school in San Mateo, CA. Fusion Academy - San Mateo serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fusion Academy - San Mateo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 71 students, Fusion Academy - San Mateo 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 3:1 students to teachers, Fusion Academy - San Mateo sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fusion Academy - San Mateo 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 Fusion Academy - San Mateo compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fusion Academy - San Mateo (this school) | 7.2 |
| Borel Middle | 7.9 |
| Aragon High | 7.9 |
| Hillsdale High | 7.3 |
| Abbott Middle | 6.6 |
| Parkside Montessori | 9.1 |
| Bayside Academy | 7.2 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.3 |
| San Mateo High | 7.6 |
| Gateway Center | — |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2000 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS STE 128, San Mateo, CA 94403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fusion Academy - San Mateo may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Aragon High (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hillsdale High (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo | 0.0 mi | — |
| The Carey School San Mateo | 0.1 mi | — |
| THE CAREY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo | 0.5 mi | — |
| COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.5 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY San Mateo | 0.5 mi | — |
| Aragon High San Mateo | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Beresford Elementary San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST GREGORY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| St Gregory San Mateo | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. Matthew Catholic San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hillsdale High San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| The Burkard School San Mateo | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE BURKARD SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| TULANE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,825
Median Home Value
$1,725,900
Median Rent
$3,273/mo
Population
43,459
College Educated
60.3%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clear Passage Educational Center Long Beach, CA | 7.2 |
| Eel River Community Eureka, CA | 7.2 |
| FUSION ACADEMY WESTLAKE VILLAGE Westlake Village, CA | 7.2 |
| LODI ACADEMY Lodi, CA | 7.2 |
| MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View, CA | 7.2 |
| THE PHILLIPS ACADEMY Alameda, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fusion Academy - San Mateo
What grades does Fusion Academy - San Mateo serve?
Fusion Academy - San Mateo serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Fusion Academy - San Mateo?
Fusion Academy - San Mateo has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fusion Academy - San Mateo?
The student-teacher ratio at Fusion Academy - San Mateo is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Fusion Academy - San Mateo rank in CA?
Fusion Academy - San Mateo ranks #403 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Fusion Academy - San Mateo's MySchoolScout rating?
Fusion Academy - San Mateo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fusion Academy - San Mateo a private school?
Yes, Fusion Academy - San Mateo 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 Fusion Academy - San Mateo a religious school?
No, Fusion Academy - San Mateo is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 71
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 232 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (949) 616-4589
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