For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,367 students in 94402, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94402, CA are Parkside Montessori, Borel Middle School and Gateway Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94402 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94402, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94402, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 934 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 94402, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94402, CA include Parkside Montessori, Borel Middle School and Gateway Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 94402?
3 public middle schools are located in 94402.
What is the racial composition of students in 94402?
94402 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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