Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beresford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beresford Elementary serves the northeast part of San Mateo, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beresford Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beresford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beresford Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#3057 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beresford Elementary School's ranking?
Beresford Elementary School is ranked #3057 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Beresford Elementary School often compared to?
Beresford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Heights Elementary School, Oasis Charter Elementary School-south, Trafalgar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Beresford Elementary School?
218 students attend Beresford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Beresford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beresford Elementary School?
Beresford Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beresford Elementary School offer ?
Beresford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Beresford Elementary School part of?
Beresford Elementary School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
In what neighborhood is Beresford Elementary School located?
Beresford Elementary School is located in the Beresford Park neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Beresford Park.
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