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A+ 5.0 California, US
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School Overview

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Overall
A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Community A+
Reviews B
Menlo School's mission is to empower students to explore and expand their interests, reach their fullest potential, develop the skills necessary for success in college, and become ethical, responsible, and engaged members of ever wider communities.
At Menlo School, we are passionate about encouraging students to pursue high standards of academic excellence; discover the joy of learning; stretch themselves and raise challenging questions; demonstrate courage, integrity and a commitment to ethical behavior; develop a sense of commitment to purposes larger than themselves; appreciate the richness of diversity; think independently and creatively; take progressively more responsibility for themselves and their education; and lead healthful lives.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$52700
Enrollment
795
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
73%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:10
Endowment
$4.1 millions
AP
12
Average SAT Score
1410
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
18

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2021-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 5
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2
#3 Harvard College 5
#3 Stanford University 23
#3 Yale University 4
LAC #1 Williams College 3
#6 University of Chicago 14
#7 Johns Hopkins University 5
#7 University of Pennsylvania 7

AP Scores

(2020)
Number of tests taken
333

Academics

AP Courses

(12)
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Physics 2
Statistics
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Physics 2
Statistics
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
European History
United States Government and Politics
Music Theory
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Sports

(12)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(22)
Chess club
Cooking Club
Formula 1 Club
Garden Club
Happiness Club
Jewlery Making Club
Chess club
Cooking Club
Formula 1 Club
Garden Club
Happiness Club
Jewlery Making Club
K-Pop Club
Knitting Club
Trivia Club
BioChem Club
Data Science Club
Ethics Club
French Club
History Club
Physics Club
Curieus Club
Athlete Empowerment Club
Hakuna Masquata Barbell Club
Choreo Club
Stagetech Club
Art and Mural Club
Menlo Chamber Club
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Arts

(16)
Band
Chamber Choir
Chamber Orchestra
Choir
Chorus
Dance
Band
Chamber Choir
Chamber Orchestra
Choir
Chorus
Dance
Drama
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Theater
Book Arts
Mobile Movie Making
Photography
Studio Art
Art
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Contact Info

https://www.menloschool.org
50 Valparaiso Avenue, Atherton, CA 94027
650-330-2000
admissions@menloschool.org
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: 6-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1915
Campus Size: 62 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/11
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
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Frequently Ask Questions about Menlo School

Tell me a bit about Menlo School.
Menlo School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1915 , and currently has about 795 students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.menloschool.org.
Does Menlo School have rigorous academic requirements?
Menlo School is offering 12 AP courses.

Menlo School also have 73% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Menlo School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 18.52% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 35.42% go to top 25, and about 11.81% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Menlo School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Menlo School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Menlo School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Menlo School in 2024 is $52,700 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@menloschool.org .
Where is Menlo School located?
Menlo School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Jose, which is about 17 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Jose International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Menlo School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Menlo School is among the most popular schools, within top 325 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Menlo School has been favorited by 52 users.
How to start with an application with Menlo School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Menlo School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Menlo School’s official site: https://www.menloschool.org or call them at 650-330-2000.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Menlo School?
Yes, here are few: Sacred Heart Preparatory, Sacred Heart Schools and St. Raymond Elementary School.

The closest major city is San Jose. You can find out more schools near San Jose here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Menlo School?
The overall rating for Menlo School is A+.

The section ratings of Menlo School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

San Jose, California
San Jose, the heart of Silicon Valley, is the largest city in Northern California by both population and area. As of 2020, the city had a population of over 1 million, making it the most populous city in the Bay Area. Known for its innovation, San Jose is a hub for technology and startups, hosting major companies like Cisco and Adobe. The city is also celebrated for its cultural diversity, thriving arts scene, and Mediterranean climate, making it a vibrant and dynamic place to live and work.
Population (2022) 948,279
Cost of Living Higher than average 53%
Nearby Airport San Jose International Airport
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