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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall A-
Matriculation A
Academics A
Extracurriculars B
Geo & Community A
Reviews B+
In this environment, our students develop the self-confidence to challenge themselves in the classroom, and in extracurricular activities, athletics, the visual and performing arts, clubs, and publications. Our faculty members are experts in their fields who love the classes they teach, and are eager to share their knowledge in an interactive, participatory style of teaching that noticeably engages students in the learning process. We not only offer students a robust and challenging curriculum, but also emphasize the importance of being contributing members of society who get involved in subjects and activities that ignite their passions and create lifelong learners.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$62,090
Enrollment
600
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1314
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
11

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2025)
Ranking University/College Students
#2 Columbia University 1 +
#6 Stanford University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#8 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#9 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#9 Northwestern University 1 +
#14 Brown University 1 +
#14 Vanderbilt University 1 +
LAC #3 Swarthmore College 1 +

Academics

AP Scores

(2025)
Number of students who took AP tests
126
Number of tests taken
335
52%
31%
12%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(17)
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Chemistry
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Chemistry
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Art History
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(10)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(36)
AI Club
Artify
Astronomy Unplugged
Band Club
Climbing Club
Clothing Design Club
AI Club
Artify
Astronomy Unplugged
Band Club
Climbing Club
Clothing Design Club
Co-ed Volleyball Club
Creative Writing Club
Culinary Collective
Chess Club
Book Club
Fantasy Football Club
Finance
Business
and Investment Club
We Who Code
Green Coalition
Health Science Club
Janyaa
Kenpo Karate Club
L2S+Pinewood
Martial Arts Club
Model UN
Ocean Ambassadors Club
Pinewood Pride Club
Pinewood Clicks Photography Club
Pinewood Law Club
Pinewood Mountain Bikers Club
Ping Pong Club
Pop Culture Dance Club
Sports Statistics Club
Stock Market Club
Tech Club
Innovate and Elevate
La Mesa de Español
Food Allergy Awareness Club.
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Arts

(14)
Choreography
Dance
Music Theory
Musical Theatre
Production
Theater
Choreography
Dance
Music Theory
Musical Theatre
Production
Theater
2D Design
Art History
Digital Photography
Drawing
Film
Studio Art
2D Art
Tech Theater
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: Grades 7-12
Urban
IB: No
Year Founded: 1959
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
Recommended
A-
Recommended
A

Frequently Ask Questions about Pinewood School

Tell me a bit about Pinewood School.
Pinewood School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1959 , and currently has about 600 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.pinewood.edu/.
Does Pinewood School have rigorous academic requirements?
Pinewood School is offering 17 AP courses.

In recent years, 31 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Pinewood School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Pinewood School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 42.11% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 34.21% go to top 25, and about 13.16% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Pinewood School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Pinewood School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Pinewood School?
The day tuition for Pinewood School in 2024 is $62,090 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at llongbottom@pinewood.edu .
Where is Pinewood School located?
Pinewood School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Jose, which is about 13 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Jose International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Pinewood School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Pinewood School is among the most popular schools, within top 296 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Pinewood School has been favorited by 64 users.
How do I complete an application for Pinewood School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Pinewood School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Pinewood School’s official site: http://www.pinewood.edu/ or call them at (650)209-3010.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Pinewood School?
Yes, here are few: Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School, Living Wisdom School of Palo Alto and St. Nicholas Elementary School.

The closest major city is San Jose. You can find out more schools near San Jose here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Pinewood School?
The overall rating for Pinewood School is A-.

The section ratings of Pinewood School are:
A for Matriculation
A for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

San Jose, the heart of Silicon Valley, is the largest city in Northern California by both population and area. As of 2020, the city had a population of over 1 million, making it the most populous city in the Bay Area. Known for its innovation, San Jose is a hub for technology and startups, hosting major companies like Cisco and Adobe. The city is also celebrated for its cultural diversity, thriving arts scene, and Mediterranean climate, making it a vibrant and dynamic place to live and work.

Population (2022) 948,279
Cost of Living Higher than average 53%

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