For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,908 students in 94402, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 94402, CA are Parkside Montessori, Baywood Elementary School and Highlands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94402 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94402, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94402, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkside Montessori
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1685 Eisenhower St.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7575
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7575
Grades: K-8
| 419 students
Rank: #22.
Baywood Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Alameda De Las Pulgas
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7511
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7511
Grades: K-5
| 501 students
Rank: #33.
Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2320 Newport St.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7544
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7544
Grades: K-5
| 355 students
Rank: #44.
Borel Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 Barneson Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7670
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7670
Grades: 6-8
| 934 students
Rank: #55.
Gateway Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
35 Tower Rd.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 598-2150
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 598-2150
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
Rank: #66.
Sunnybrae Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1031 South Delaware St.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7599
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7599
Grades: K-5
| 359 students
Rank: #77.
San Mateo Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
161 Clark Dr.
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7577
San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 312-7577
Grades: K-5
| 326 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 94402, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 94402, CA include Parkside Montessori, Baywood Elementary School and Highlands Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94402?
7 public elementary schools are located in 94402.
What is the racial composition of students in 94402?
94402 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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