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鈥搕eacher ratio of 5:1 with 2 full鈥搕ime 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Up Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Student Body
Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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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