For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 195 students in the neighborhood of North Central, San Mateo, CA.
The top ranked private elementary school in North Central is Wherry Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the California private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
Top Ranked North Central ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
608 N. El Camino Real and 452 5th Avenue, Redwood City
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 367-6791
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 367-6791
Gr: K-12 Avg. class size: 3 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pacific Rim International School
Montessori School
454 Peninsula Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
Gr: PK-7 | 115 students
Stanbridge Academy![Stanbridge Academy Photo - Stanbridge Academy is a caring, inclusive K-12 school for students with mild to moderate learning differences and social communication disorders. We use an individualized, whole student approach so that students thrive and develop their academic, social, and emotional capabilities to their fullest potential. Stanbridge Academy Photo - Stanbridge Academy is a caring, inclusive K-12 school for students with mild to moderate learning differences and social communication disorders. We use an individualized, whole student approach so that students thrive and develop their academic, social, and emotional capabilities to their fullest potential.]()

Special Education School
515 E. Poplar Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 375-5860
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 375-5860
Gr: K-12 | 80 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of North Central, San Mateo, CA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of North Central, San Mateo, CA is Wherry Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of North Central, San Mateo?
3 private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of North Central, San Mateo.
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