German-american International
275 Elliott Dr, Menlo Park, CA, 94025-0940 - View a map of this school Map
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Founded in 1988, GAIS remains committed to its mission to provide bilingual and academically challenging education in a supportive environment to children from all around the world. From preschool through 8th grade, we immerse the students in the German language and international culture, as well as embrace the American culture and local school standards. The German-American International School (GAIS) mission is to provide an outstanding international, bilingual education focused on inquiry-based learning with the goal to foster confident, creative and responsible learners and global thinkers. We believe that children can reach their fullest potential if they are able to develop a positive self-image. To further these goals, our school offers a learning environment that fosters the development of a creative and critical mind. ...read more  

School Overview:
German-american International
School Level Elementary school
School Type Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
County San Mateo County, CA
Student Body
Total Students 154 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( CA ) Elementary School Avg.
% Students of Color 4% 41%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 63 students
Kind - 19 students
Grade 1 - 14 students
Grade 2 - 11 students
Grade 3 - 11 students
Grade 4 - 8 students
Grade 5 - 15 students
Grade 7 - 9 students
Grade 8 - 4 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 17 teachers
This School ( CA ) Elementary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:9 1:18
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 171 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • Founded in 1988, GAIS remains committed to its mission to provide bilingual and academically challenging education in a supportive environment to children from all around the world. From preschool through 8th grade, we immerse the students in the German language and international culture, as well as embrace the American culture and local school standards. The German-American International School (GAIS) mission is to provide an outstanding international, bilingual education focused on inquiry-based learning with the goal to foster confident, creative and responsible learners and global thinkers. We believe that children can reach their fullest potential if they are able to develop a positive self-image. To further these goals, our school offers a learning environment that fosters the development of a creative and critical mind.
  • Profile last updated: 02/16/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 94025 )
School Zip ( 94025 ) ( CA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 39,061 people 33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 65% 32%
Population Average Age 38 years old 33.3 years old
Average Household Size 2.5 persons 2.8 persons
Median Household Income $89,572 $50,900
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5 rooms 4.7 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 51 years old 42 years old
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% Owning / % Renting 61% / 39% 55% / 45%
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1. Beechwood School - 146 students - view location
2. Nativity Elementary School - 290 students - view location
3. Peninsula School - 235 students - view location
4. The Phillips Brooks School - 276 students - view location
5. St Raymond Elementary School - 255 students - view location
View all schools in: Menlo Park Town, San Mateo County, Zip 94025 
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