For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,652 students in 94404, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 660 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 94404, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94404, CA are Brewer Island Elementary School, Foster City Elementary School and Beach Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94404 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94404, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94404, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brewer Island Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1151 Polynesia Dr.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7532
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7532
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Foster City Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
461 Beach Park Blvd.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7522
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7522
Gr: K-5 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Beach Park Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1058 Shell Blvd.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7490
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7490
Gr: K-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Bowditch Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1450 Tarpon St.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7680
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7680
Gr: 6-8 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Audubon Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
841 Gull Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7500
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7500
Gr: K-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
1170 Chess Dr.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7766
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7766
Gr: K | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94404, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94404, CA include Brewer Island Elementary School, Foster City Elementary School and Beach Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94404?
6 public schools are located in 94404.
What percentage of students in 94404 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 94404 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94404?
94404 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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