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Best Schools in San Mateo, California
Compare 22 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
22
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
12,135
Total Students
Across San Mateo
18.5:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
22 schools found
North Shoreview Montessori
publicmiddleK-8
1301 Cypress Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401
0
Rating
Students
325
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Gateway Center
publichighGrade 6-12
35 Tower Rd., San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
11
Student-Teacher
3:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hillcrest At Youth Services Center
publichighGrade 5-12
10 Loop Rd., San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
16
Student-Teacher
4:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
San Mateo High
publichighGrade 9-12
506 North Delaware St., San Mateo, CA 94401
0
Rating
Students
1,557
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
The Bridge Academy
publichighGrade 10-12
798 East Poplar Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
0
Rating
Students
54
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hillsdale High
publichighGrade 9-12
3115 Del Monte St., San Mateo, CA 94403
0
Rating
Students
1,585
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Bayside Academy
publicmiddleK-8
2025 Kehoe Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403
0
Rating
Students
840
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Aragon High
publichighGrade 9-12
900 Alameda De Las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
1,658
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Beresford Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
300 28Th Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403
0
Rating
Students
218
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
San Mateo Park Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
161 Clark Dr., San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
340
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Meadow Heights Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2619 Dolores St., San Mateo, CA 94403
0
Rating
Students
238
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Abbott Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
600 36Th Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403
0
Rating
Students
721
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Sunnybrae Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1031 South Delaware St., San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
346
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Parkside Montessori
publicmiddleK-8
1685 Eisenhower St., San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
418
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
George Hall Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
130 San Miguel Way, San Mateo, CA 94403
0
Rating
Students
370
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Highlands Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2320 Newport St., San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
379
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
College Park Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
715-A Indian Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401
0
Rating
Students
431
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Lead Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
949 Ocean View Ave., San Mateo, CA 94401
0
Rating
Students
349
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Laurel Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
316 36Th Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403
0
Rating
Students
469
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Baywood Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
600 Alameda De Las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94402
0
Rating
Students
489
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in San Mateo
San Mateo, California is home to 22 schools serving over 12,135 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →
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School Insights
Metrics for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency
Math0%
ELA0%
Students meeting state proficiency standards
Class Size Distribution
Small (<15:1)3
Moderate (15-20:1)8
Large (>20:1)9
Smaller classes allow more individual attention
Highlights
- 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
- 1,658 students at Aragon High
- Best ratio: 3:1
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in San Mateo, California?
There are 22 schools in San Mateo, serving 12,135 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in San Mateo?
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What is the average student-teacher ratio in San Mateo?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in San Mateo is 18.5:1.