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Up Academy

151 W 20th Ave San Mateo, CA 94403

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Up Academy in San Mateo, CA, serves 10 students from kindergarten through third grade in a nonsectarian, midsize city community near Beresford Park.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with 2 full–time teachers supporting its small enrollment.
  • Up Academy's student body is 100 percent students of color, ranking it among the top 20 percent of California private schools for diversity.
  • This private elementary program offers education in a city neighborhood setting within San Mateo's broader urban environment.
  • Tuition and additional costs are not specified; families may compare with the local elementary private school average of $24,401.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Up Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Up Academy?
The application deadline for Up Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Up Academy located?
Up Academy is located in the Beresford Park neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Beresford Park.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in San Mateo, CA is $24,631 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).

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