For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,795 students in San Bruno, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in San Bruno have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in San Bruno, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monte Verde Elementary School
(Math: 79% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Portola Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | 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
Gr: K-6 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
John Muir Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | 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
Gr: K-6 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Allen (Decima M.) Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
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
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Parkside Intermediate
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Niles Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3180
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3180
Gr: 6-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #77.
Belle Air Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
450 Third Ave.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3155
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3155
Gr: K-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
San Bruno, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2322 Crestmoor Dr
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3145
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3145
Gr: K-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
201 N. Balboa Way
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3150
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3150
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
2500 Cottonwood Dr.
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3165
San Bruno, CA 94066
(650) 624-3165
Gr: K-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
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
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 88%
553 Hazel Ave
San Bruno, CA 94066
San Bruno, CA 94066
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in San Bruno, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in San Bruno, CA include Monte Verde Elementary School, Portola Elementary School and John Muir Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in San Bruno?
7 public elementary schools are located in San Bruno.
What is the racial composition of students in San Bruno?
San Bruno public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in San Bruno are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary 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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