For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,893 students in Millbrae, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 306 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Millbrae, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%). Millbrae has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in California.
The top ranked public schools in Millbrae, CA are Green Hills Elementary School, Mills High School and Spring Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Millbrae, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Millbrae have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Millbrae, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Green Hills Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
401 Ludeman Ln.
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 588-6485
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 588-6485
Grades: K-5
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
Mills High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 Murchison Dr.
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 558-2599
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 558-2599
Grades: 9-12
| 1,119 students
Rank: #33.
Spring Valley Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
817 Murchison Dr.
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 697-5681
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 697-5681
Grades: K-5
| 382 students
Rank: #44.
Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 Helen Dr.
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 583-7590
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 583-7590
Grades: K-5
| 332 students
Rank: #55.
Taylor Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
850 Taylor Blvd.
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 697-4096
Millbrae, CA 94030
(650) 697-4096
Grades: 6-8
| 724 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Millbrae, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Millbrae, CA include Green Hills Elementary School, Mills High School and Spring Valley Elementary School. Millbrae has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in California.
How many public schools are located in Millbrae?
5 public schools are located in Millbrae.
What percentage of students in Millbrae go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Millbrae are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Millbrae?
Millbrae public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Millbrae are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Millbrae include: Green Hills Elementary School vs. Spring Valley Elementary School, Meadows Elementary School vs. Spring Valley Elementary School, Spring Valley Elementary School vs. Green Hills Elementary School
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