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#1401 of 1,787 private schools in CA
The Burkard School
Middle School
2333 PALM AVE, San Mateo, CA 94403
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,401 of 1,787
In San Mateo
#10 of 12
public schools
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About The Burkard School
The Burkard School is a private middle school in San Mateo, CA. The Burkard School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Burkard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,401 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, The Burkard 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 3:1 students to teachers, The Burkard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Burkard 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 The Burkard School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Burkard School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary | 5.9 |
| Beresford Elementary | 6.0 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary | 5.8 |
| Borel Middle | 7.9 |
| Laurel Elementary | 2.9 |
| George Hall Elementary | 9.0 |
| Abbott Middle | 6.6 |
| Parkside Montessori | 9.1 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary | 3.4 |
| Bayside Academy | 7.2 |
| Baywood Elementary | 6.5 |
| LEAD Elementary | 3.5 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.3 |
| College Park Elementary | 9.5 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary | 3.9 |
| Gateway Center | — |
| Highlands Elementary | 7.5 |
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.
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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
2333 PALM AVE, San Mateo, CA 94403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Burkard School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Borel Middle (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abbott Middle (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Burkard School San Mateo | 0.0 mi | — |
| St Gregory San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST GREGORY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| THE NUEVA SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| Beresford Elementary San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| THE CAREY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Laurel Elementary San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| The Carey School San Mateo | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hillsdale High San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Abbott Middle San Mateo | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo | 0.9 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY - SAN MATEO San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| George Hall Elementary San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,825
Median Home Value
$1,725,900
Median Rent
$3,273/mo
Population
43,459
College Educated
60.3%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
38.5
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|---|---|
| LOOMIS GATEWAY ACADEMY Loomis, CA | 5.3 |
| Baker Junior High Baker, CA | 5.8 |
| TOPANGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Woodland Hills, CA | 5.8 |
| ONE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 6.0 |
| San Benito County Opportunity Hollister, CA | 6.3 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Burkard School
What grades does The Burkard School serve?
The Burkard School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend The Burkard School?
The Burkard School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Burkard School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Burkard School is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Burkard School rank in CA?
The Burkard School ranks #1,401 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Burkard School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Burkard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Burkard School a private school?
Yes, The Burkard 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 The Burkard School a religious school?
No, The Burkard School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 94% M / 6% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 918-9945
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