Very Good
#299 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 17% of private schools
The Nueva School
School
131 E 28TH AVE, San Mateo, CA 94403
Enrollment
949
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
949
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#299 of 1,787
In San Mateo
#5 of 12
public schools
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The Nueva School
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About The Nueva School
The Nueva School is a private school in San Mateo, CA. The Nueva School serves approximately 949 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Nueva School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, The Nueva School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Nueva 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 Nueva School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Nueva School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary | 5.9 |
| Beresford Elementary | 6.0 |
| George Hall Elementary | 9.0 |
| Laurel Elementary | 2.9 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary | 5.8 |
| Hillsdale High | 7.3 |
| Abbott Middle | 6.6 |
| Parkside Montessori | 9.1 |
| Borel Middle | 7.9 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary | 3.4 |
| Bayside Academy | 7.2 |
| Aragon High | 7.9 |
| LEAD Elementary | 3.5 |
| Baywood Elementary | 6.5 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.3 |
| College Park Elementary | 9.5 |
| San Mateo High | 7.6 |
| Gateway Center | — |
| San Mateo Park Elementary | 3.9 |
| 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.
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
131 E 28TH AVE, San Mateo, CA 94403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Nueva School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Parkside Montessori (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Hall Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CAREY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE BURKARD SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| The Burkard School San Mateo | 0.3 mi | — |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| St Gregory San Mateo | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST GREGORY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Beresford Elementary San Mateo | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| George Hall Elementary San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Laurel Elementary San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| UP ACADEMY San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Abbott Middle San Mateo | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Hillsdale High San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Parkside Montessori San Mateo | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| THE CAREY SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| The Carey School San Mateo | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo | 1.2 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY - SAN MATEO San Mateo | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
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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| Elite Academic Academy - Mountain Empire Temecula, CA | 7.4 |
| SILICON VALLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 7.4 |
| Valley Oaks Charter Bakersfield, CA | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOLS ATHERTON Atherton, CA | 7.5 |
| Thirty-Second Street USC Performing Arts Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
| Academy of Innovation Hemet, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Nueva School
What grades does The Nueva School serve?
The Nueva School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Nueva School?
The Nueva School has an enrollment of approximately 949 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Nueva School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Nueva School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Nueva School rank in CA?
The Nueva School ranks #299 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Nueva School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Nueva School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Nueva School a private school?
Yes, The Nueva 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 School a religious school?
No, The Nueva School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 949
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 152
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 235-7172
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