For the 2026 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 36%), 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 (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.
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
Gr: K-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 934 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
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
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
San Mateo Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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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