Very Good
#486 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 27% of private schools
Mid-peninsula High School
High School
1340 WILLOW RD, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#486 of 1,787
In Menlo Park
#6 of 7
public schools
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Mid-peninsula High School
High School in Menlo Park · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mid-peninsula High School
Mid-peninsula High School is a private high school in Menlo Park, CA. Mid-peninsula High School serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mid-peninsula High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #486 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Mid-peninsula High 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Mid-peninsula High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mid-peninsula High 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 Mid-peninsula High School compares to the 6 public schools in Menlo Park, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Menlo Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mid-peninsula High School (this school) | 7.0 |
| 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.
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
1340 WILLOW RD, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mid-peninsula High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby East Palo Alto), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tide Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, East Palo Alto Academy (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby East Palo Alto), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Menlo Park, see our Menlo Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-Peninsula Education Center Menlo Park | 0.0 mi | — |
| OPEN MIND SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.2 mi | — |
| Open Mind School Menlo Park | 0.2 mi | — |
| Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle East Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Costano Elementary East Palo Alto | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep Menlo Park | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BEECHWOOD SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Peninsula School, Ltd Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| PENINSULA SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| KIPP Esperanza High Oakland | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Oxford Day Academy East Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| Laurel Elementary Atherton | 1.3 mi | 9.7 |
| Tide Academy Redwood City | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| La Scuola International School Silicon Valley East Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | — |
| EASTSIDE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL East Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Eastside College Preparatory School East Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | — |
| East Palo Alto Academy East Palo Alto | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE PRIMARY SCHOOL - EAST PALO ALTO East Palo Alto | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 1.5 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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|---|---|
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance, CA | 7.0 |
| Anderson New Technology High Anderson, CA | 7.0 |
| Independence High Paso Robles, CA | 7.0 |
| La Sierra High Visalia, CA | 7.0 |
| Whitmore Charter High Ceres, CA | 7.0 |
| Borrego Springs High Borrego Springs, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mid-peninsula High School
What grades does Mid-peninsula High School serve?
Mid-peninsula High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mid-peninsula High School?
Mid-peninsula High School has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mid-peninsula High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mid-peninsula High School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mid-peninsula High School rank in CA?
Mid-peninsula High School ranks #486 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mid-peninsula High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mid-peninsula High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mid-peninsula High School a private school?
Yes, Mid-peninsula High 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 Mid-peninsula High School a religious school?
No, Mid-peninsula High School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 321-1991
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