For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,859 students in 94403, CA (there are 10 private schools, serving 2,465 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 94403, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94403, CA are George Hall Elementary School, Hillsdale High School and Bayside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94403 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94403, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94403, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Hall Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
130 San Miguel Way
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7533
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7533
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Hillsdale High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3115 Del Monte St.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 558-2699
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 558-2699
Gr: 9-12 | 1,585 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
Beresford Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 28th Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7551
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7551
Gr: K-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Meadow Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2619 Dolores St.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7566
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7566
Gr: K-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Fiesta Gardens International Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Bermuda Dr.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7737
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7737
Gr: K-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
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%
Rank: #88.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
316 36th Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7555
San Mateo, CA 94403
(650) 312-7555
Gr: K-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94403, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94403, CA include George Hall Elementary School, Hillsdale High School and Bayside Academy.
How many public schools are located in 94403?
8 public schools are located in 94403.
What percentage of students in 94403 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 94403 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94403?
94403 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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