Serving 294 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Hillsborough ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hillsborough ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
West Hillsborough's student population of 294 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hillsborough ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hillsborough is 0.68, 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
#51 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hillsborough's ranking?
West Hillsborough is ranked #51 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Hillsborough often compared to?
West Hillsboroughis often viewed alongside schools like North Hillsborough, College Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Hillsborough?
294 students attend West Hillsborough.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Hillsborough students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hillsborough?
West Hillsborough has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Hillsborough offer ?
West Hillsborough offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Hillsborough part of?
West Hillsborough is part of Hillsborough City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is West Hillsborough located?
West Hillsborough is located in the Carollands neighborhood of Burlingame, CA.
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