Serving 2,158 students in grades 9-12, Menlo-atherton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Menlo-Atherton High serves the eastern part of Menlo Park, CA, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo-atherton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Menlo-atherton High School's student population of 2,158 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,158 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Menlo-atherton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menlo-atherton High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1704 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 10/08/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menlo-atherton High School's ranking?
Menlo-atherton High School is ranked #1704 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Menlo-atherton High School often compared to?
Menlo-atherton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Palo Alto Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Menlo-atherton High School?
The graduation rate of Menlo-atherton High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Menlo-atherton High School?
2,158 students attend Menlo-atherton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Menlo-atherton High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menlo-atherton High School?
Menlo-atherton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Menlo-atherton High School offer ?
Menlo-atherton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Menlo-atherton High School part of?
Menlo-atherton High School is part of Sequoia Union High School District.
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