Menlo Park is a city of beautiful, tree-lined neighborhoods and active commercial districts. Located conveniently between the major metropolitan areas of San Francisco and San Jose, Menlo Park is home to a little over 32,000 residents in its 19 square miles. Excellent public and private schools serve Menlo Park's many young families, while residents of all ages enjoy the city's numerous parks and recreational facilities. The city's close proximity to Stanford University and Menlo College provide a multitude of academic, cultural and athletic event opportunities. The arts and leisure activities of the major urban areas of San Francisco and San Jose are close by. These and many other amenities contribute to Menlo Park's outstanding quality of life. Known worldwide as the "Capital of Venture Capital", Menlo Park is well situated to benefit from and help shape new technologies and markets originating from the Silicon Valley.