Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brewer Island Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 86% 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: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Brewer Island Elementary serves the northeast part of San Mateo, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brewer Island 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
Brewer Island Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brewer Island Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brewer Island 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
#103 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
50%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
14%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Brewer Island Elementary School's ranking?
Brewer Island Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brewer Island Elementary School often compared to?
Brewer Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foster City Elementary School, Audubon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brewer Island Elementary School?
306 students attend Brewer Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Brewer Island Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 14% 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 Brewer Island Elementary School?
Brewer Island Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brewer Island Elementary School offer ?
Brewer Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Brewer Island Elementary School part of?
Brewer Island Elementary School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
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