Very Good
#476 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 27% of private schools
Peninsula School
Elementary School
920 PENINSULA WAY, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#476 of 1,787
In Menlo Park
#5 of 7
public schools
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Peninsula School
Elementary School in Menlo Park · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peninsula School
Peninsula School is a private elementary school in Menlo Park, CA. Peninsula School serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Peninsula School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #476 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Peninsula School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Peninsula 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 Peninsula School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Menlo Park, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Peninsula School (this school) | 7.0 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep | 6.8 |
| Belle Haven Elementary | 4.7 |
| 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
920 PENINSULA WAY, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peninsula School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Encinal Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Addison Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Menlo Park, see our Menlo Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peninsula School, Ltd Menlo Park | 0.0 mi | — |
| Laurel Elementary Atherton | 0.3 mi | 9.7 |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 0.5 mi | — |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep Menlo Park | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| BEECHWOOD SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 0.9 mi | — |
| Tide Academy Redwood City | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MID-PENINSULA HIGH SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Mid-Peninsula Education Center Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Tru Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | — |
| Encinal Elementary Atherton | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| OPEN MIND SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Open Mind School Menlo Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle East Palo Alto | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MiaPrep Online High School Menlo Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES MENLO PARK Menlo Park | 1.4 mi | — |
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk, CA | 7.0 |
| Aspire College Academy Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange, CA | 7.0 |
| Cherrylee Elementary El Monte, CA | 7.0 |
| Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peninsula School
What grades does Peninsula School serve?
Peninsula School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Peninsula School?
Peninsula School has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peninsula School?
The student-teacher ratio at Peninsula School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Peninsula School rank in CA?
Peninsula School ranks #476 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Peninsula School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peninsula 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 Peninsula School a private school?
Yes, Peninsula 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 Peninsula School a religious school?
No, Peninsula School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 325-1584
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