For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,431 students in 94002, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,587 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 94002, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 94002, CA are Central Elementary School, Ralston Intermediate and Fox Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94002 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94002, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94002, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
525 Middle Rd.
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4820
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4820
Grades: K-5
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
Ralston Intermediate
(Math: 82% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2675 Ralston Ave.
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4880
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4880
Grades: 6-8
| 1,136 students
Rank: #33.
Fox Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3100 Saint James Rd.
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4850
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4850
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #44.
Carlmont High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 Alameda De Las Pulgas
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 595-0210
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 595-0210
Grades: 9-12
| 2,360 students
Rank: #55.
Cipriani Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2525 Buena Vista
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4840
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4840
Grades: K-5
| 479 students
Rank: #66.
Nesbit Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Biddulph Way
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4860
Belmont, CA 94002
(650) 637-4860
Grades: K-8
| 596 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94002, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94002, CA include Central Elementary School, Ralston Intermediate and Fox Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94002?
6 public schools are located in 94002.
What percentage of students in 94002 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 94002 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94002?
94002 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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