Serving 840 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bayside Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bayside Academy's student population of 840 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
840 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bayside Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayside Academy is 0.65, 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
#2814 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayside Academy's ranking?
Bayside Academy is ranked #2814 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bayside Academy often compared to?
Bayside Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bowditch Middle School, Parkside Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bayside Academy?
840 students attend Bayside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bayside Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayside Academy?
Bayside Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bayside Academy offer ?
Bayside Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bayside Academy part of?
Bayside Academy is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayside Academy located?
Bayside Academy is located in the Shoreview neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Shoreview.
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