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Main Street Scholars
High School
60 STONE PINE RD STE 200, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Main Street Scholars
Main Street Scholars is a private high school in Half Moon Bay, CA 94019. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $153,272, where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Main Street Scholars is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Main Street Scholars offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Main Street Scholars operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $24,589
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $23,365
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.95x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 93%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $108,075
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 15 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Main Street Scholars compares to the 5 public schools in Half Moon Bay, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Half Moon Bay
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Main Street Scholars (this school) | — |
| Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate | 6.3 |
| Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation) | 4.2 |
| Half Moon Bay High | 7.3 |
| Alvin S. Hatch Elementary | 3.9 |
| El Granada Elementary | 5.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 60 STONE PINE RD STE 200, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
- Phone
- (650) 440-4725
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
60 STONE PINE RD STE 200, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Street Scholars may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Half Moon Bay High (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation) (rated 4.2/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Half Moon Bay, see our Half Moon Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Pillar Academy Half Moon Bay | 0.3 mi | — |
| Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate Half Moon Bay | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Main Street Scholars Half Moon Bay | 0.5 mi | — |
| Half Moon Bay High Half Moon Bay | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation) Half Moon Bay | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Alvin S. Hatch Elementary Half Moon Bay | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| SEA CREST SCHOOL Half Moon Bay | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Sea Crest School Half Moon Bay | 0.6 mi | — |
| El Granada Elementary Half Moon Bay | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Wilkinson School El Granada | 3.2 mi | — |
| WILKINSON SCHOOL El Granada | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Highlands Elementary San Mateo | 5.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Margaret J. Kemp Redwood City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Hillcrest at Youth Services Center Redwood City | 5.9 mi | — |
| LA PETITE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Hillsborough | 6.5 mi | — |
| West Hillsborough Hillsborough | 6.6 mi | 9.2 |
| ODYSSEY SCHOOL San Mateo | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Gateway Center San Mateo | 6.1 mi | — |
| The Nueva School Hillsborough | 7.1 mi | — |
| THE NUEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hillsborough | 7.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,272
Median Home Value
$1,509,300
Median Rent
$1,977/mo
Population
14,754
College Educated
53.8%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
45.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Main Street Scholars has a median household income of $153,272. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,509,300, with a median rent of $1,977/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Street Scholars
What grades does Main Street Scholars serve?
Main Street Scholars serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Main Street Scholars?
Main Street Scholars has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street Scholars?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Street Scholars is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Main Street Scholars a private school?
Yes, Main Street Scholars 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 Main Street Scholars a religious school?
No, Main Street Scholars is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 141 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- SAN MATEO
- Phone
- (650) 440-4725
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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