For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 664 students in San Mateo, FL.
The top-ranked public school in San Mateo, FL is Browning-pearce Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Mateo, FL public school have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in San Mateo have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in San Mateo, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Browning-pearce Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Bear Blvd
San Mateo, FL 32187
(386) 329-0557
San Mateo, FL 32187
(386) 329-0557
Gr: K-6 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in San Mateo, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in San Mateo, FL include Browning-pearce Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in San Mateo?
1 public schools are located in San Mateo.
What is the racial composition of students in San Mateo?
San Mateo public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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