Serving 275 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 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hillsborough serves a central area in Burlingame, CA, covering approximately 2.2 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school's edge to the zone boundary. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 2 miles away from the school.
- 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
School Overview
West Hillsborough's student population of 275 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hillsborough ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 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
#59 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
45%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hillsborough's ranking?
West Hillsborough is ranked #59 out of 9,523 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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
275 students attend West Hillsborough.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Hillsborough students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 18% 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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