For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,834 students in 94403, CA (there are 12 private schools, serving 2,747 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 94403, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 94403, CA are George Hall Elementary School, Hillsdale High School and Bayside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94403 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94403, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94403, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Hall Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
130 San Miguel Way
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7533
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7533
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Hillsdale High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3115 Del Monte St.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 558-2699
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 558-2699
Gr: 9-12 | 1,581 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Bayside Academy
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2025 Kehoe Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
Gr: K-8 | 855 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Beresford Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 28th Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7551
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7551
Gr: K-5 | 212 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Meadow Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2619 Dolores St.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7566
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7566
Gr: K-5 | 243 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Fiesta Gardens International Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Bermuda Dr.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7737
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7737
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Abbott Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 36th Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7600
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 698 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
316 36th Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7555
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7555
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
94403, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2025 Kehoe Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
Gr: 6-8 | 662 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
San Mateo-foster City Community Day (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
300 28th Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7551
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7551
Gr: 6-8 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94403, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94403, CA include George Hall Elementary School, Hillsdale High School and Bayside Academy.
How many public schools are located in 94403?
8 public schools are located in 94403.
What percentage of students in 94403 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 94403 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94403?
94403 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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