Very Good
#210 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 12% of private schools
Odyssey School
Middle School
201 POLHEMUS RD, San Mateo, CA 94402
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#210 of 1,787
In San Mateo
#3 of 12
public schools
Shortlisting around Odyssey School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Odyssey School
Middle School in San Mateo · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Highlands Elementary
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
La Petite Montessori School Llc
0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Odyssey School
Odyssey School is a private middle school in San Mateo, CA. Odyssey School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Odyssey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Odyssey 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 4.3:1 students to teachers, Odyssey School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Odyssey 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 Odyssey School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Odyssey School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Gateway Center | — |
| Borel Middle | 7.9 |
| Abbott Middle | 6.6 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.3 |
| Parkside Montessori | 9.1 |
| Bayside Academy | 7.2 |
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
View data sources
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
201 POLHEMUS RD, San Mateo, CA 94402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Odyssey School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Crocker Middle (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Borel Middle (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Elementary San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| LA PETITE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Hillsborough | 0.8 mi | — |
| Moonshot Academy San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hillcrest at Youth Services Center Redwood City | 1.6 mi | — |
| TULANE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Mateo | 1.6 mi | — |
| West Hillsborough Hillsborough | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Aragon High San Mateo | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Gateway Center San Mateo | 1.7 mi | — |
| Crystal Springs Uplands School Hillsborough | 1.8 mi | — |
| Margaret J. Kemp Redwood City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo | 1.7 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY - SAN MATEO San Mateo | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| South Hillsborough Hillsborough | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| The Carey School San Mateo | 1.8 mi | — |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| THE CAREY SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary San Mateo | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Crocker Middle Hillsborough | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,683
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,476/mo
Population
25,498
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Freshwater Charter Middle Eureka, CA | 7.5 |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.8 |
| VISALIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Visalia, CA | 7.2 |
| Sequoia Union Elementary Lemon Cove, CA | 8.0 |
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles, CA | 7.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montclair, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Odyssey School
What grades does Odyssey School serve?
Odyssey School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Odyssey School?
Odyssey School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Odyssey School?
The student-teacher ratio at Odyssey School is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Odyssey School rank in CA?
Odyssey School ranks #210 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Odyssey School's MySchoolScout rating?
Odyssey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Odyssey School a private school?
Yes, Odyssey 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 Odyssey School a religious school?
No, Odyssey School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 548-1500
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.