Peninsula High School is a public continuation high school in Burlingame, California, United States. Before moving to Burlingame in 2021, it used the former Crestmoor High School campus in San Bruno, California. It is part of the San Mateo Union High School District.
Serving 1 students in grades 9-12, Peninsula High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 48%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peninsula High School's student population of 1 students has declined by 99% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1 student
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
The diversity score of Peninsula High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)11-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Puma
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Peninsula High School often compared to?
Peninsula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceana High School, Aragon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peninsula High School?
The graduation rate of Peninsula High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Peninsula High School?
1 students attend Peninsula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Peninsula High School students are Hispanic.
What grades does Peninsula High School offer ?
Peninsula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Peninsula High School part of?
Peninsula High School is part of San Mateo Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Peninsula High School located?
Peninsula High School is located in the Ingold Milldale neighborhood of Burlingame, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ingold Milldale.
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