For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,872 students in San Bruno, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,638 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in San Bruno, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in San Bruno, CA are Monte Verde Elementary School, Portola Elementary School and John Muir Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Bruno, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in San Bruno have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in San Bruno, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monte Verde Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2551 St. Cloud Dr.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 877-8838
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 877-8838
Grades: K-5
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
Portola Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 Amador Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3175
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3175
Grades: K-5
| 325 students
Rank: #33.
John Muir Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
130 Cambridge Ln.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3160
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3160
Grades: K-5
| 427 students
Rank: #44.
Capuchino High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 Magnolia Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 558-2799
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 558-2799
Grades: 9-12
| 1,108 students
Rank: #55.
Allen (Decima M.) Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
875 West Angus Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3140
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3140
Grades: K-5
| 376 students
Rank: #66.
Lomita Park Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Santa Helena Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 588-5852
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 588-5852
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
Rank: #77.
Parkside Intermediate
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Niles Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3180
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3180
Grades: 6-8
| 570 students
Rank: #88.
Belle Air Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
450 Third Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3155
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3155
Grades: K-5
| 251 students
San Bruno, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2322 Crestmoor Dr
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3145
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3145
Grades: K-5
| 158 students
201 N. Balboa Way
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3150
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3150
Grades: K-5
| 262 students
2500 Cottonwood Dr.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3165
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3165
Grades: K-5
| 201 students
San Mateo Union High Community Day (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
300 Piedmont, Room 419
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 348-8834
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 348-8834
Grades: 9-12
| 8 students
553 Hazel Ave
San Bruno, CA 94066
San Bruno, CA 94066
Grades: 9-12
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in San Bruno, CA?
The top ranked public schools in San Bruno, CA include Monte Verde Elementary School, Portola Elementary School and John Muir Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in San Bruno?
8 public schools are located in San Bruno.
What percentage of students in San Bruno go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in San Bruno are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in San Bruno?
San Bruno public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in San Bruno are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in San Bruno include: Belle Air Elementary School vs. Portola Elementary School, John Muir Elementary School vs. Portola Elementary School, Portola Elementary School vs. John Muir Elementary School
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