The Nueva School serves 967 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the State or regional independent school association.
The student:teacher of The Nueva School is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Nueva School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Campus Size
33
School Motto
Learn by Doing, Learn by Caring
Student Body
Total Students
967 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
152 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maya Chawla, Class of '21 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from The Nueva School?
The Nueva School famous alumni include: Maya Chawla, Class of '21.
What is The Nueva School's ranking?
The Nueva School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Nueva School?
The application deadline for The Nueva School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Nueva School located?
The Nueva School is located in the South San Mateo neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in South San Mateo.
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The nearest high school to The Nueva School is Junipero Serra High School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Burkard School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bay Meadows KinderCare (0.5 miles away)
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