Excellent
#881 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Burlingame High
High School · San Mateo Union High
1 Mangini Way, Burlingame, CA 94010
Enrollment
1,540
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,540
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#881 of 9,539
In Burlingame
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
San Mateo Union High
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Burlingame High
Burlingame High is a public high school in Burlingame, CA, part of San Mateo Union High. Burlingame High serves approximately 1,540 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Burlingame High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #881 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Burlingame High show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Burlingame High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Burlingame High — Students at Burlingame High score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Burlingame High Compares
See how Burlingame High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Mangini Way, Burlingame, CA 94010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burlingame High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Mateo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Hillsborough (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Hillsborough (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burlingame, see our Burlingame schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Burlingame | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Washington Elementary Burlingame | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| McKinley Elementary Burlingame | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Genius Learning Burlingame | 0.6 mi | — |
| PACIFIC RIM INT'L SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| San Mateo Park Elementary San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| STANBRIDGE ACADEMY San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Stanbridge Academy San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| San Mateo High San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Hillsborough | 1.2 mi | — |
| College Park Elementary San Mateo | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
| North Hillsborough Hillsborough | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| South Hillsborough Hillsborough | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Burlingame | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Crocker Middle Hillsborough | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Burlingame | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| THE AVALON ACADEMY Burlingame | 1.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Burlingame | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew San Mateo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Crystal Springs Uplands School Hillsborough | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$191,758
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,655/mo
Population
42,794
College Educated
69.2%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burlingame High
What grades does Burlingame High serve?
Burlingame High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Burlingame High?
Burlingame High has an enrollment of approximately 1,540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burlingame High?
The student-teacher ratio at Burlingame High is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burlingame High rank in CA?
Burlingame High ranks #881 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Burlingame High's MySchoolScout rating?
Burlingame High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Burlingame High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burlingame High has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Burlingame High a charter school?
No, Burlingame High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burlingame High a Title I school?
No, Burlingame High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burlingame High?
11.6% of students at Burlingame High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.3%
- Phone
- (650) 558-2899
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Mateo Union High- District Enrollment
- 8,841
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,541
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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