What types of schools are available in Half Moon Bay, California?

Half Moon Bay, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Half Moon Bay, California

Q: How many schools are in Half Moon Bay, California?

There are 5 schools in Half Moon Bay, California, serving 2,325 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Half Moon Bay?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Half Moon Bay, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 5 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

2,325

Total Students

Across Half Moon Bay

22.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

5 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)4 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 911 students at Half Moon Bay High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 18:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Alvin S. Hatch Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

490 Miramontes Ave., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

1 Lewis Foster Dr., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

El Granada Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

400 Santiago St., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Pilarcitos Alternative High (Continuation)

publichighGrade 9-12

498 Kelly Ave., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

600 Church St., Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Detailed Overview of Schools in Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay, California is home to 5 schools serving over 2,325 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Half Moon Bay, California?

There are 5 schools in Half Moon Bay, serving 2,325 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Half Moon Bay?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Half Moon Bay include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Half Moon Bay?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Half Moon Bay is 22.2:1.

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