The School and Faculty Pinewood School, founded in 1959, is an independent, co-educational, nondenominational college preparatory day school serving grades K–12.
Upper Campus enrollment in Los Altos Hills (grades 7–12) is approximately 300 students; K–6 enrollment, at two separate campuses in Los Altos, is 325 students.
The student teacher ratio is approximately 7 to 1 and the maximum class size is eighteen students.
Upper Campus faculty includes forty-two full-time and five part-time teach-ers, twenty-five of whom hold advanced degrees.
Pinewood is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and College and is a member of NAIS. Los Altos Hills and Los Altos are located in the heart of Sili-con Valley.
Drawing from communities throughout the San Francisco Peninsula and greater San Jose, our student body is comprised of students from diverse cultural, religious, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds who seek rigorous academics and support a high standard of behavior.
Pinewood provides a nurturing environment where every student is en-couraged to become a well-rounded individual, an insightful learner and critical thinker, a self-motivated student, a clear communicator and a respectful member of any community. 100% of Pinewood graduates attend college.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Yearly Tuition: $28,160
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / May. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Pinewood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1959
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
595 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1380
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform required grades K-6, dress code grades 7-12
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / May. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,160
Admissions Director
Lisa Longbottom
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Pinewood’s curriculum is college preparatory; six academic courses per semester are required of most students. For those students enrolled in three or more AP classes, the minimum requirement is five academic classes per semester.Pinewood students are encouraged to pursue individual talents and interests through extracurricular activities and athletic participation. The high school athletic program includes girls’ and boys’ basketball, soccer, tennis, cross-country, swimming, and golf, boys’ baseball, and girls’ softball and volleyball. School-sponsored activities include Interact, yearbook, journalism, drama, debate, speech, choir, robotics, rock and roll, service clubs and honor societies.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pinewood School cost?
Pinewood School's tuition is approximately $28,160 for private students.
What sports does Pinewood School offer?
Pinewood School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Pinewood School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Pinewood School's ranking?
Pinewood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest average SAT score, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Pinewood School?
The application deadline for Pinewood School is Jan. 15 / May. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / May. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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School Reviews
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I am currently a senior at pinewood. I love being a student here and while I am so happy to have had the last 6 years here, I am so thankful to pinewood to prepare and excite me for whatever comes next.
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