The Nueva School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

The Nueva School in San Mateo, CA enrolls 967 students in grades PK–12 within a midsize city community in South San Mateo.
Founded in 1967, the school operates on a 33–acre campus and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 152 teachers.
This coeducational, nonsectarian private school emphasizes elementary and secondary education with a specialized program focus.
Approximately 54% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.
The Nueva School ranks among the top 20% of California private schools by student body size, serving a larger enrollment than many nearby private schools.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 967 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

The Nueva School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	The Nueva School
Pre-K	16
Kind	36
1	40
2	40
3	40
4	43
5	54
6	79
7	82
8	86
9	111
10	111
11	115
12	114

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Grade 11 enrollment highest with 115 students, slightly above Grade 12 at 114 and far above Pre-K at 16.

Year Founded

1967

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Campus Size

33 acres

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.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

152 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

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Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maya Chawla, Class of '21 -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in San Mateo, CA is $27,330 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Mateo, CA is 63% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).