Excellent
#788 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Fox Elementary
Elementary School · Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary
3100 Saint James Rd., Belmont, CA 94002
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#788 of 9,539
In Belmont
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Fox Elementary
Fox Elementary is a public elementary school in Belmont, CA, part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary. Fox Elementary serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fox Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fox Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Fox Elementary runs 26.5:1 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
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Fox Elementary — Students at Fox Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.4%
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 Fox Elementary Compares
See how Fox Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3100 Saint James Rd., Belmont, CA 94002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fox Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cipriani Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SERENDIPITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Belmont, see our Belmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ralston Intermediate Belmont | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Gateway Center San Mateo | 0.6 mi | — |
| Crystal Springs Uplands School-Middle School Campus Belmont | 0.7 mi | — |
| Margaret J. Kemp Redwood City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hillcrest at Youth Services Center Redwood City | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cipriani Elementary Belmont | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| SERENDIPITY SCHOOL Belmont | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Serendipity School Belmont | 1.0 mi | — |
| Moonshot Academy San Mateo | 1.3 mi | — |
| Abbott Middle San Mateo | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Belmont Oaks Academy Belmont | 1.3 mi | — |
| BELMONT OAKS ACADEMY Belmont | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Hillsdale High San Mateo | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Belmont | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Laurel Elementary San Mateo | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary San Mateo | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Highlands Elementary San Mateo | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Beresford Elementary San Mateo | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST GREGORY SCHOOL San Mateo | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| St Gregory San Mateo | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,573
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,889/mo
Population
27,730
College Educated
68.6%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
40.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino, CA | 8.5 |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.5 |
| Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.5 |
| Capri Elementary Campbell, CA | 8.5 |
| Charles H. Kim Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fox Elementary
What grades does Fox Elementary serve?
Fox Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fox Elementary?
Fox Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fox Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fox Elementary is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fox Elementary rank in CA?
Fox Elementary ranks #788 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fox Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fox Elementary 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 Fox Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fox Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fox Elementary a charter school?
No, Fox Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fox Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fox Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fox Elementary?
6.4% of students at Fox 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
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.0%
- Phone
- (650) 637-4850
Resources & Links
District
Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,019
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,752
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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