Very Good
#396 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 22% of private schools
Stanbridge Academy
School
515 E POPLAR AVE, San Mateo, CA 94401
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#396 of 1,787
In San Mateo
#7 of 12
public schools
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About Stanbridge Academy
Stanbridge Academy is a private school in San Mateo, CA. Stanbridge Academy serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanbridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Stanbridge Academy 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, Stanbridge Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Stanbridge Academy 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 Stanbridge Academy compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stanbridge Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| San Mateo High | 7.6 |
| College Park Elementary | 9.5 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.3 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary | 3.9 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary | 3.4 |
| Baywood Elementary | 6.5 |
| LEAD Elementary | 3.5 |
| Aragon High | 7.9 |
| Borel Middle | 7.9 |
| Bayside Academy | 7.2 |
| Parkside Montessori | 9.1 |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary | 5.9 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary | 5.8 |
| Beresford Elementary | 6.0 |
| Hillsdale High | 7.3 |
| Abbott Middle | 6.6 |
| Laurel Elementary | 2.9 |
| George Hall Elementary | 9.0 |
| Highlands Elementary | 7.5 |
| Gateway Center | — |
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
515 E POPLAR AVE, San Mateo, CA 94401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stanbridge Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Shoreview Montessori (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Hillsborough (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stanbridge Academy San Mateo | 0.0 mi | — |
| San Mateo High San Mateo | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| College Park Elementary San Mateo | 0.2 mi | 9.5 |
| PACIFIC RIM INT'L SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| Genius Learning Burlingame | 0.4 mi | — |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF ST. MATTHEW San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Burlingame | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| North Shoreview Montessori San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Burlingame | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| South Hillsborough Hillsborough | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Burlingame High Burlingame | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| St. Matthew Catholic San Mateo | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST TIMOTHY SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Crystal Springs Uplands School Hillsborough | 1.3 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary San Mateo | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| TULANE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Mateo | 1.5 mi | — |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,258
Median Home Value
$1,123,300
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
35,628
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stanbridge Academy
What grades does Stanbridge Academy serve?
Stanbridge Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Stanbridge Academy?
Stanbridge Academy has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanbridge Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Stanbridge Academy is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Stanbridge Academy rank in CA?
Stanbridge Academy ranks #396 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Stanbridge Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Stanbridge Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Stanbridge Academy a private school?
Yes, Stanbridge Academy 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 Stanbridge Academy a religious school?
No, Stanbridge Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 90% M / 10% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 375-5860
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