Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brewer Island Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- 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 360 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Brewer Island Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brewer Island Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#67 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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 #67 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
360 students attend Brewer Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brewer Island Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 21:1, which is equal to 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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