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#797 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 45% of private schools
Menlo School
High School
50 VALPARAISO AVE, Atherton, CA 94027
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#797 of 1,787
In Atherton
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Menlo School
Menlo School is a private high school in Atherton, CA. Menlo School serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Menlo School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #797 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Menlo School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Menlo 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 Menlo School compares to the 5 public schools in Atherton, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Atherton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Menlo School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Encinal Elementary | 8.9 |
| Menlo-Atherton High | 8.6 |
| Laurel Elementary | 9.7 |
| Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion | 8.0 |
| Las Lomitas Elementary | 9.2 |
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
50 VALPARAISO AVE, Atherton, CA 94027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Menlo School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Menlo-Atherton High (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Everest Public High (rated 4.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Atherton, see our Atherton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Menlo Atherton | 0.0 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOLS ATHERTON Atherton | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MiaPrep Online High School Menlo Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES MENLO PARK Menlo Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton Atherton | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Encinal Elementary Atherton | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hillview Middle Menlo Park | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Garfield Elementary Menlo Park | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Esther B. Clark School Palo Alto Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sand Hill School Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| WHERRY ACADEMY Redwood City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Everest Public High Redwood City | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Synapse School Menlo Park | 1.5 mi | — |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Laurel Elementary Atherton | 1.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Oak Knoll Elementary Menlo Park | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
7,030
College Educated
86%
Homeownership
87.4%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
49.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Menlo School
What grades does Menlo School serve?
Menlo School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Menlo School?
Menlo School has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Menlo School?
The student-teacher ratio at Menlo School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Menlo School rank in CA?
Menlo School ranks #797 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Menlo School's MySchoolScout rating?
Menlo School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Menlo School a private school?
Yes, Menlo 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 Menlo School a religious school?
No, Menlo School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 818
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 330-2001
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