Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sandpiper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandpiper Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Redwood City, CA, covering an area of approximately 20.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandpiper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandpiper Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandpiper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandpiper Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#731 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
46%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandpiper Elementary School's ranking?
Sandpiper Elementary School is ranked #731 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sandpiper Elementary School often compared to?
Sandpiper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redwood Shores Elementary School, Ralston Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sandpiper Elementary School?
534 students attend Sandpiper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sandpiper Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandpiper Elementary School?
Sandpiper Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sandpiper Elementary School offer ?
Sandpiper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sandpiper Elementary School part of?
Sandpiper Elementary School is part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandpiper Elementary School located?
Sandpiper Elementary School is located in the Redwood Shores neighborhood of Redwood City, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Redwood Shores.
School Reviews
Review Sandpiper Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
