Excellent
#47 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Brisbane Elementary
Elementary School · Brisbane Elementary
500 San Bruno Ave., Brisbane, CA 94005
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#47 of 9,539
In Brisbane
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Brisbane Elementary
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Brisbane Elementary
Elementary School in Brisbane · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brisbane Elementary
Brisbane Elementary is a public elementary school in Brisbane, CA, part of Brisbane Elementary. Brisbane Elementary serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Brisbane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Brisbane Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Brisbane Elementary
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 9.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, Brisbane Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Brisbane Elementary — Students at Brisbane Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How Brisbane Elementary Compares
See how Brisbane Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 San Bruno Ave., Brisbane, CA 94005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brisbane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bayshore (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Daly City), a more accessible option. Another option is KIPP Bayview Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby San Francisco), a more accessible option. Additionally, HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby South San Francisco), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brisbane, see our Brisbane schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lipman Middle Brisbane | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Martin Elementary South San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Spruce Elementary South San Francisco | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| MILLS MONTESSORI South San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| SHILOH UNITED SCHOOL South San Francisco | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ALL SOULS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South San Francisco | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Bayshore Daly City | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Building Kidz South San Francisco | 1.9 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE VISITACION SCHOOL San Francisco | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE VISITACION SCHOOL San Francisco | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Our Lady of the Visitacion Elementary San Francisco | 2.1 mi | — |
| Parkway Heights Middle South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Visitacion Valley Elementary San Francisco | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Visitacion Valley Middle San Francisco | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| El Dorado Elementary San Francisco | 2.7 mi | 3.2 |
| KIPP Bayview Elementary San Francisco | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| KIPP Bayview Academy San Francisco | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Harte (Bret) Elementary San Francisco | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| The Neos Bayview Academy San Francisco | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,593
Median Home Value
$1,127,200
Median Rent
$2,634/mo
Population
4,718
College Educated
50.6%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Richland Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.4 |
| BOWMAN SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 9.3 |
| Douglas City Elementary Douglas City, CA | 9.5 |
| Para Los Ninos Charter Los Angeles, CA | 9.5 |
| Pine Elementary Holtville, CA | 9.5 |
| White Oaks Elementary San Carlos, CA | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brisbane Elementary
What grades does Brisbane Elementary serve?
Brisbane Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Brisbane Elementary?
Brisbane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brisbane Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brisbane Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brisbane Elementary rank in CA?
Brisbane Elementary ranks #47 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Brisbane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brisbane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Brisbane Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brisbane Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brisbane Elementary a charter school?
No, Brisbane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brisbane Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brisbane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brisbane Elementary?
16.6% of students at Brisbane 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (415) 467-0120
Resources & Links
District
Brisbane Elementary- District Enrollment
- 477
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,077
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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