Atherton

Atherton initially gained popularity as a summer home destination for the San Francisco elite in the late 19th century. Now being the primary residence of many top executives, venture capitalists and lauded athletes, it has maintained the characteristics it was founded on, continuously ranking as one of the wealthiest communities in America. Atherton’s curbless streets are thickly wooded with ornamental trees, home to large, secluded lots with predominantly single family residential homes. There are no commercial or industrial zones in Atherton, with the exception of private schools (such as Menlo and Sacred Heart) and a country club. These closely guarded rules give residents the quiet, small-town feel they seek while still keeping them in close proximity to the conveniences and enterprise of Silicon Valley

 

At the heart of the city lies Holbrook-Palmer Park, 22 acres of open, tree-adorned space with indoor and outdoor facilities, including tennis courts, gardens, walking paths and rental facilities for special events.The town is divided into four neighborhoods: Lindenwood, Middlefield to El Camino, El Camino to Alameda, and Alameda to 280.

 

Private Schools:

 

Sacred Heart Preschool-12
Menlo School 6-12

 

Public Schools 

 

Las Lomitas Elementary School  K-3
Encinal School K-5
Laurel School K-5
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion School PreK, TK-5
Menlo-Atherton High School 9-12

 

Community Links:

 

Town of Atherton

Las Lomitas Elementary School District

Redwood City School District 

Holbrook-Palmer Park

Menlo Circus Club