For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,573 students in 94065, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 52 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 94065, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94065, CA are Redwood Shores Elementary School, Sandpiper Elementary School and Design Tech High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94065 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94065, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94065, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Redwood Shores Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
225 Shearwater Pkwy.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 802-8060
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 802-8060
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Sandpiper Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
801 Redwood Shores Pkwy.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 631-5510
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 631-5510
Gr: K-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Design Tech High School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
275 Oracle Pkwy.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 231-2701
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 231-2701
Gr: 9-12 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Canyon Oaks Youth Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Edmonds Rd.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 839-1810
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 839-1810
Gr: 7-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #55.
Margaret J. Kemp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Paul Scannell Dr.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 312-5235
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 312-5235
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #66.
San Mateo County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 Twin Dolphin Dr.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 802-5588
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 802-5588
Gr: K-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Hillcrest At Youth Services Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10 Loop Rd.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 312-5323
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 312-5323
Gr: 5-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
94065, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Camp Glenwood High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
400 Log Cabin Ranch Rd.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 747-9689
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 747-9689
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
275 Oracle Pkwy.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 231-2701
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 231-2701
Gr: 9-12 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Prop South Community (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1390 El Camino Real
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 802-5186
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 802-5186
Gr: 6-10 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
San Mateo County Rop Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
101 Twin Dolphin Dr.
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 598-2000
Redwood City, CA 94065
(650) 598-2000
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94065, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94065, CA include Redwood Shores Elementary School, Sandpiper Elementary School and Design Tech High School.
How many public schools are located in 94065?
7 public schools are located in 94065.
What percentage of students in 94065 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 94065 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94065?
94065 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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