For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,561 students in 94403, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94403, CA are Bayside Academy and Abbott Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94403 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94403, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94403, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bayside Academy
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2025 Kehoe Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7660
Gr: K-8 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Abbott Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 36th Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7600
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 94403, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94403, CA include Bayside Academy and Abbott Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 94403?
2 public middle schools are located in 94403.
What is the racial composition of students in 94403?
94403 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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