For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,252 students in 94070, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94070, CA are White Oaks Elementary School, Brittan Acres Elementary School and Arundel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94070 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94070, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94070, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1901 White Oak Way
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7317
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7317
Gr: K-3 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Brittan Acres Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2000 Belle Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7307
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7307
Gr: K-3 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Arundel Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Arundel Rd.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7311
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7311
Gr: K-3 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Mariposa
(Math: 83% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 Dartmouth Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 832-4201
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 832-4201
Gr: 4-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Heather Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2757 Melendy Dr.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7303
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7303
Gr: K-3 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Arroyo
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1710 Arroyo Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 632-8300
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 632-8300
Gr: 4-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
San Carlos Charter Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 Dartmouth Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7343
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7343
Gr: K-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #88.
Central Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
757 Cedar St.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7321
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7321
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #99.
Tierra Linda Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
750 Dartmouth Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7370
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 508-7370
Gr: 6-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 94070, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94070, CA include White Oaks Elementary School, Brittan Acres Elementary School and Arundel Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94070?
9 public elementary schools are located in 94070.
What is the racial composition of students in 94070?
94070 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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