Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, College Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
College Park Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
College Park Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of College Park Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#46 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Park Elementary School's ranking?
College Park Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are College Park Elementary School often compared to?
College Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Shoreview Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend College Park Elementary School?
407 students attend College Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of College Park Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of College Park Elementary School?
College Park Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does College Park Elementary School offer ?
College Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is College Park Elementary School part of?
College Park Elementary School is part of San Mateo-Foster City School District.
In what neighborhood is College Park Elementary School located?
College Park Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of San Mateo, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Central.
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