Peninsula School

Peninsula School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
920 Peninsula Way,  Menlo Park, CA
4.7
4.6
231 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mary Hofstedt
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Annual Tuition
$33,600

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
50
Full Time Teachers
40
Part Time Teachers
10

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
58.9%
Female
41.1%
White
66.4%
Two or more races
14.5%
Black
12.6%
Hispanic
5.6%
Asian
<1%

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.7 3 Reviews
5.0 Alum
4/25/2020
taught me how to form my own identity, have integrity, resolve conflict, stand up for what I believe in, grow as a human being, pursue what interests me, and have real confidence and security in who I am and what I can offer. Amazing arts facilities as well.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 33 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/8/2025
We have been at Peninsula for 5 years. Over that time, our son has overcome attention and social engagement challenges which prevented him from succeeding at other private schools. It is difficult to know how to credit the people, the place, the other students, external help and just the passage of...
5.0 parent
11/14/2024
We switched our two elementary children to Peninsula School a little over a year ago, and we're so happy we made the move. Peninsula is a truly special place. Its incredible outdoor space, where nature itself serves as a classroom, allows children to explore, play, and learn in a unique environment....
5.0 parent
11/1/2024
Our family's journey at Peninsula School began after a difficult TK experience elsewhere, and we couldn't be more grateful. The progressive education model here actually works - both our children (2nd grade and preschool) are thriving academically and emotionally. Teachers provide regular, meaningfu...
5.0 parent
10/27/2024
I couldn’t agree more with the saying “it takes a village to raise a child.” This village can be so difficult to find in our society. Our family has truly found our village at Peninsula School.I fell in love with Peninsula School the first time I stepped foot on campus and met Rasha, one of Peninsul...

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Peninsula School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 920 Peninsula Way in Menlo Park, CA. Annual tuition is $33,600. The school has a total enrollment of 231 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Peninsula School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average home value in this area is $4,159,920. Discover additional schools in the area, like Silicon Valley International School - Willows Campus, Cypress College Preparatory, Menlo School, and more. Learn more about what Menlo Park has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Peninsula School.

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