For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,723 students in 94404, CA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 94404 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94404, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94404, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brewer Island Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1151 Polynesia Dr.
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7532
San Mateo, CA 94404
(650) 312-7532
Grades: K-5
| 360 students
Rank: #22.
Foster City Elementary School
(Math: 83% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 679 students
Rank: #33.
Beach Park Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #44.
Bowditch Middle School
(Math: 73% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 893 students
Rank: #55.
Audubon Elementary School
(Math: 72% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 505 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 94404, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 94404, CA include Brewer Island Elementary School, Foster City Elementary School and Beach Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94404?
5 public elementary schools are located in 94404.
What is the racial composition of students in 94404?
94404 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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