Mid-Peninsula High School

College Prep, Less Stress

Be inspired along your individual path to college in a supportive environment that emphasizes a love of learning.  

Individual Attention

Receive the personal attention needed to help you realize your full potential.

Deeply Engaged Students

Learn in a collaborative community that challenges and stimulates you in class, in relationships, and in extra-curriculars.

Inclusive Sports Program

Want to try a new sport? Each and every Dragon who wants to play can join a team. 

A Rich Arts Program

Whether your love is theatre, music, or art, you can do it all at Mid-Pen.

Small School, Big Benefits

Dedicated to the belief that all students belong with expert and compassionate teachers, Mid-Peninsula High School empowers students with the knowledge and purpose to impact a complex world.

Academics

Classes at Mid-Pen are challenging and comprehensive, stimulating your curiosity and encouraging your critical-thinking skills. We offer college prep courses in all subjects while providing a flexible approach to assure appropriate course placement for all students.

Athletics

Mid-Pen's "no-cut" policy means that if you want to join a team, you are always welcome, regardless of experience. With interscholastic competition in a variety of sports from cross-country to tennis, everyone can find a sport they love.

Summer@Mid-Pen

Summer@Mid-Pen is an opportunity for Dragons to take an academic course, repair grades, or enroll in a class just for fun.

Core

Your Core Teacher is your academic advisor and your advocate, serving as a liaison between the school and your parents. Your Core Teacher knows your academic strengths and your learning style, and works closely with you and your parents to help you set and achieve your goals.

Music

Students make important connections by playing music together, so our music classes are focused on making music not just learning about music. No matter your skill level, you will be playing in an ensemble from your first day at Mid-Pen.

DragonWeek

Got an interest in bicycle repair or glass blowing? How about a yen to see the Parthenon in Athens or the museums of Los Angeles? Our  DragonWeek each spring gives you the chance to pursue personal interests through ungraded, immersive experiences in the arts, humanities, science, and technology.

What's Happening

By the Numbers

135

2024-2025 student enrollment

43%

Students who identify as students of color

11

Average class size

65%

Students who play team sports 

8:1

Student-teacher ratio

32%

Families participating in our flexible tuition program

5

Campus dogs who love to cuddle

14

Students clubs in 2023-2024

1

Really great Dragon mascot!

ACCREDITATIONS

Mid-Peninsula High School prepares students for successful college careers. Our accreditations and memberships reflect our high standards for educational excellence to our families and certify that our program meet the standards for empowering students to thrive at the next stage of their education.

 

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS 

 

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

WESTERN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLGES