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#745 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 8% in state

Audubon Elementary

Elementary School · San Mateo-Foster City

841 Gull Ave., Foster City, CA 94404

Enrollment

505

Student-Teacher

24:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#745 of 9,539

In Foster City

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#8 of 21

San Mateo-Foster City

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Audubon Elementary

8.6/10

Elementary School in Foster City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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5.6/10

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About Audubon Elementary

Audubon Elementary is a public elementary school in Foster City, CA, part of San Mateo-Foster City. Audubon Elementary serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Audubon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Audubon Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Audubon Elementary runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+29.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.1 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,671
Chronic Absenteeism16.6%

Audubon Elementary — Students at Audubon Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 75.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 73.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
72.1%
ELA
75.4%
2024
Math
75.4%
ELA
68.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Audubon Elementary Compares

See how Audubon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in CA
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

Location

841 Gull Ave., Foster City, CA 94404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Audubon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkside Montessori (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby San Mateo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is George Hall Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby San Mateo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Foster City Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Foster City, see our Foster City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Brewer Island Elementary Foster City 0.4 mi 8.7
KIDS CONNECTION ELEMENTARY Foster City 0.4 mi 5.6
Kids' Connection Foster City 0.4 mi
Ronald C. Wornick Jewish Day School Foster City 0.7 mi
Bowditch Middle Foster City 0.8 mi 9.2
RONALD C WORNICK JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Foster City 0.8 mi 7.5
Beach Park Elementary Foster City 1.3 mi 5.3
Fusion Academy San Mateo-Foster City San Mateo 1.3 mi
FUSION ACADEMY SAN MATEO FOSTER CITY San Mateo 1.4 mi 7.3
Foster City Elementary Foster City 1.7 mi 8.9
Redwood Shores Elementary Redwood City 1.8 mi 8.0
Design Tech High Redwood City 2.4 mi 9.2
Sandpiper Elementary Redwood City 2.4 mi 7.4
Bayside Academy San Mateo 2.1 mi 7.2
Parkside Montessori San Mateo 2.2 mi 9.1
San Mateo County Special Education Redwood City 2.9 mi 4.1
LEAD Elementary San Mateo 2.4 mi 3.5
George Hall Elementary San Mateo 2.7 mi 9.0
Fiesta Gardens International Elementary San Mateo 2.5 mi 5.9
Nesbit Elementary Belmont 3.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,417

Median Home Value

$1,682,700

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

35,950

College Educated

74.5%

Homeownership

51.1%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Audubon Elementary

What grades does Audubon Elementary serve?

Audubon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Audubon Elementary?

Audubon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Audubon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Audubon Elementary is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Audubon Elementary rank in CA?

Audubon Elementary ranks #745 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Audubon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Audubon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Audubon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Audubon Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Audubon Elementary a charter school?

No, Audubon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Audubon Elementary a Title I school?

No, Audubon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Audubon Elementary?

19.0% of students at Audubon Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Mateo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.6%

District

San Mateo-Foster City
District Enrollment
9,945
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,671
District Rank
#8 of 21

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