Top 3 Best 94401 California Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 867 students in 94401, CA (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,737 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in 94401, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 94401, CA include Centennial Montessori School, Wherry Academy and Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
38% of private schools in 94401, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Top Ranked 94401 California Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Centennial Montessori School
Centennial Montessori School Photo - A natural play yard for our 3 to 6 year olds provides a multi sensory and creative experience. The children use the space to garden, dance, jump, play games, run, twirl, build, dig and create masterpieces in our art area, mud kitchen, and music area.
Montessori School
27 10th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-1230
Grades: PK-5
| 82 students
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew Photo - The beautiful Episcopal Day campus is located in the heart of San Mateo.
(Episcopal)
16 Baldwin Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 274-0728
Grades: PK-8
| 324 students
Wherry Academy
Wherry Academy Photo - 608 N. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94401. Formerly this campus housed younger students and is now open for all, K-12.Request entrance at the door.
608 N. El Camino Real and 452 5th Avenue, Redwood City
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 367-6791
Grades: K-12
| students
Kinder Academy Montessori
Montessori School
300 E Santa Inez Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-8819
Grades: K
| 27 students
Muslim Children's Garden
Daycare / Preschool (Islamic)
225 Tilton Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 572-0222
Grades: PK-K
| 31 students
Pacific Rim International School
Montessori School
454 Peninsula Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
Grades: PK-7
| 115 students
St. Timothy Elementary School
St. Timothy Elementary School Photo
(Catholic)
(11)
1515 Dolan Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
Grades: K-8
| 190 students
Stanbridge Academy
Stanbridge Academy Photo - Stanbridge Academy is a caring, inclusive K-12 school for students with mild to moderate learning differences and social communication disorders. We use an individualized, whole student approach so that students thrive and develop their academic, social, and emotional capabilities to their fullest potential.
Special Education School
515 E. Poplar Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 375-5860
Grades: K-12
| 98 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 94401, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 94401, CA include Centennial Montessori School, Wherry Academy and Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew.
How many private schools are located in 94401, CA?
8 private schools are located in 94401, CA.
How diverse are private schools in 94401, CA?
94401, CA private schools are approximately 43% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 51%.
What percentage of students in 94401, CA go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in 94401, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 94401, CA?
38% of private schools in 94401, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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