Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Audubon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Audubon Elementary serves the northeast part of San Mateo, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being 1.3 miles and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Audubon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Audubon Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Audubon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Audubon Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#645 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
50%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Audubon Elementary School's ranking?
Audubon Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Audubon Elementary School often compared to?
Audubon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brewer Island Elementary School, Foster City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Audubon Elementary School?
445 students attend Audubon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Audubon Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Audubon Elementary School?
Audubon Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Audubon Elementary School offer ?
Audubon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Audubon Elementary School part of?
Audubon Elementary School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
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