For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 1 students in San Mateo, CA. San Mateo, CA public preschools have a diversity score of 0.00, which is less than the California public preschool average of 0.64.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public preschool average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in San Mateo, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
1170 Chess Dr.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7766
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7766
Gr: K | 1 student
San Mateo, 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
How many public preschools are located in San Mateo, CA?
1 public preschools are located in San Mateo, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in San Mateo?
San Mateo public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public preschools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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