Serving 212 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beresford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beresford Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beresford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beresford Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#3610 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beresford Elementary School's ranking?
Beresford Elementary School is ranked #3610 out of 9,602 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 Trafalgar Elementary School, Oasis Charter Elementary School-south by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
212 students attend Beresford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Beresford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beresford Elementary School?
Beresford Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower 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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