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West Atherton Private High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private high schools serving 2,034 students in the neighborhood of West Atherton, Atherton, CA.
The top ranked private high schools in West Atherton include Menlo School and Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton.
50% of private high schools in West Atherton are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked West Atherton Private High Schools (2026-27)

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Menlo School
Gr: 6-12 | 818 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 26
50 Valparaiso Ave
Atherton, CA 94027
(650) 330-2001
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Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton
Gr: NS-12 | 1,216 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
150 Valparaiso Avenue
Atherton, CA 94027
(650) 322-1866
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in the neighborhood of West Atherton, Atherton, CA?
The top ranked private high schools in the neighborhood of West Atherton, Atherton, CA include Menlo School and Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton.
How many private high schools are located in the neighborhood of West Atherton, Atherton?
2 private high schools are located in the neighborhood of West Atherton, Atherton.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of West Atherton, Atherton?
50% of private high schools in the neighborhood of West Atherton, Atherton are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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