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The Nueva Middle School

School

6565 SKYLINE BLVD, Hillsborough, CA 94010

Private

Enrollment

946

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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The Nueva Middle School

6.7/10

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About The Nueva Middle School

The Nueva Middle School is a private school in Hillsborough, CA. The Nueva Middle School serves approximately 946 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Nueva Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, The Nueva Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Nueva Middle 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

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How The Nueva Middle School compares to the 4 public schools in Hillsborough, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
946
This School
vs
316
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
8.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 36.4% vs 0%
White 32.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.5% vs 0%
Black 1.3% vs 0%
The Nueva Middle School Hillsborough Public Avg

All Schools in Hillsborough

School Rating
The Nueva Middle School (this school) 6.7
Crocker Middle 8.9
North Hillsborough 8.9
West Hillsborough 8.7
South Hillsborough 8.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,144
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 68%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Enrollment 946
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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)

Asian 36.4%
White 32.1%
Two or More 28.8%
Hispanic 1.5%
Black 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6565 SKYLINE BLVD, Hillsborough, CA 94010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Nueva Middle School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Crocker Middle (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Hillsborough (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Hillsborough (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hillsborough, see our Hillsborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
The Nueva School Hillsborough 0.0 mi
Hoover Elementary Burlingame 1.0 mi 8.5
Crocker Middle Hillsborough 1.0 mi 8.9
West Hillsborough Hillsborough 1.2 mi 8.7
North Hillsborough Hillsborough 1.1 mi 8.9
Mercy High Burlingame 1.3 mi
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Burlingame 1.4 mi 5.8
THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Hillsborough 1.2 mi
Roosevelt Elementary Burlingame 1.3 mi 7.9
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Burlingame 1.6 mi 4.6
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Burlingame 1.6 mi 5.0
Lincoln Elementary Burlingame 1.8 mi 8.2
Burlingame Intermediate Burlingame 1.8 mi 8.6
Franklin Elementary Burlingame 1.8 mi 8.2
LA PETITE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Hillsborough 1.8 mi
McKinley Elementary Burlingame 1.8 mi 8.0
Spring Valley Elementary Millbrae 2.1 mi 7.8
Mills High Millbrae 2.3 mi 7.9
Peninsula High (Continuation) Burlingame 2.5 mi 5.3
THE AVALON ACADEMY Burlingame 2.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$191,758

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$2,655/mo

Population

42,794

College Educated

69.2%

Homeownership

60.6%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Nueva Middle School

What grades does The Nueva Middle School serve?

The Nueva Middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Nueva Middle School?

The Nueva Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 946 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Nueva Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Nueva Middle School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Nueva Middle School rank in CA?

The Nueva Middle School ranks #629 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is The Nueva Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Nueva Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Nueva Middle School a private school?

Yes, The Nueva Middle 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 Nueva Middle School a religious school?

No, The Nueva Middle School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
946
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
117
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Mateo County

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