For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,105 students in 94401, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94401, CA are College Park Elementary School, North Shoreview Montessori and Lead Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94401 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94401, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94401, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
College Park Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
715-a Indian Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 312-7691
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 312-7691
Gr: K-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
North Shoreview Montessori
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1301 Cypress Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 312-7588
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 312-7588
Gr: K-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Lead Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
949 Ocean View Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 312-7550
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 312-7550
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 94401, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94401, CA include College Park Elementary School, North Shoreview Montessori and Lead Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94401?
3 public elementary schools are located in 94401.
What is the racial composition of students in 94401?
94401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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