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School Overview

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Overall
B-
Matriculation B-
Academics A-
Extracurriculars B+
Community A-
Reviews N/A
Nueva is a child-centered, prekindergarten eighth grade, progressive school emphasizing integrated studies, creative arts, and social-emotional learning.
The Nueva School creates a dynamic educational model to enable gifted children to learn how to make choices that will benefit the world.
Our school community inspires passion for lifelong learning, fosters social and emotional acuity, and develops the child's imaginative mind.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$57,980
Enrollment
936
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$10 million
Average SAT Score
1510
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
16

Matriculation

(2020-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 10 +
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 5 +
#3 Harvard College 10 +
#3 Stanford University 10 +
#3 Yale University 5 +
LAC #1 Williams College 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 10 +
#7 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#7 University of Pennsylvania 10 +

Academics

Sports

(10)
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Flag Football
Golf
Soccer
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Flag Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(47)
Asian/Pacific Islander American Club
Black Student Union (BSU)
GSA
Jewish Club
Latino Student Alliance
Muslim Student Alliance
Asian/Pacific Islander American Club
Black Student Union (BSU)
GSA
Jewish Club
Latino Student Alliance
Muslim Student Alliance
Trans Student Alliance (TSA)
Climate Action Team
Feminism Club
Nueva Environmental Society
Social Justice League
STEMinism Club
Team HBV
Babysitting Club Community Service Learning Club
Curieus
Invention Studio
Nueva Spirit Club
Peer Consultants
Spirit and Social
TEDx Club
The Kindness Club
Board Game Club
Chess Club
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Magic: the Gathering Club
Marvel Club
Meat Club
Model United Nations Club
The Anime Club Trivia Club
Egg Dropping Club
Future Problem Solving (Futures)
LiMPETs
Model Aviation
Nueva Math Club
NuevaHacks Leadership Team
Redwood Forestry
Robotics Team
Chats and Cartoons
Classical Music Club
DJ Club
Musical Outreach Club
The Nueva Notes
Watercolor Club
Yarn and Tea Club
Creative Writing Critique Club
Inklings
Literary Magazine
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Arts

(11)
A Cappella
Jazz
Production
Steel Drums
Drawing
Glass
A Cappella
Jazz
Production
Steel Drums
Drawing
Glass
Graphic Design
Media
Painting
Sculpture
Mixed Media
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Contact Info

http://www.nuevaschool.org/
131 E. 28th Ave. San Mateo, CA 94403
650-235-7100
admissions@nuevaschool.org
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: PreK-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1967
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
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5.0

Frequently Ask Questions about The Nueva School

Tell me a bit about The Nueva School.
The Nueva School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1967 , and currently has about 936 students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.nuevaschool.org/.
Does The Nueva School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Nueva School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Nueva School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2020-2023, some students attended Princeton University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard College, Stanford University and Yale University.
What is the application requirement for The Nueva School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Nueva School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for The Nueva School?
The day tuition for The Nueva School in 2024 is $57,980 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@nuevaschool.org .
Where is The Nueva School located?
The Nueva School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Francisco, which is about 15 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Francisco International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Nueva School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Nueva School is within top 30000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

How do I complete an application for The Nueva School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Nueva School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Nueva School’s official site: http://www.nuevaschool.org/ or call them at 650-235-7100.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Nueva School?
Yes, here are few: The Bridge School, Crystal Springs Uplands School and Mercy High School-Burlingame.

The closest major city is San Francisco. You can find out more schools near San Francisco here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Nueva School?
The overall rating for The Nueva School is B-.

The section ratings of The Nueva School are:
B- for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community

Nearby City

San Francisco, California
San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a global hub for commerce, finance, and culture in Northern California. With a population of 815,201 as of 2021, it is the fourth most populous city in California and the second most densely populated large city in the U.S. Known for its iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, San Francisco is also a leader in technology, innovation, and the arts, with a thriving economy and a rich cultural history.
Population (2022) 808,976
Cost of Living Higher than average 89%
Nearby Airport San Francisco International Airport

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