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#3992 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
John Muir Elementary
Elementary School · San Bruno Park Elementary
130 Cambridge Ln., San Bruno, CA 94066
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
30.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
30.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,992 of 9,539
In San Bruno
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
San Bruno Park Elementary
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About John Muir Elementary
John Muir Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bruno, CA, part of San Bruno Park Elementary. John Muir Elementary serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 30.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John Muir Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,992 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Muir Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John Muir Elementary runs 30.5:1 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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John Muir Elementary — Students at John Muir Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.2%
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: 7.0/10.
How John Muir Elementary Compares
See how John Muir Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
130 Cambridge Ln., San Bruno, CA 94066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Muir Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monte Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Green Hills Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Millbrae), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadows Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Millbrae), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Bruno, see our San Bruno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford School - San Bruno Crestmoor Canyon San Bruno | 0.7 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Bruno | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| HIGHLANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Bruno | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Parkside Intermediate San Bruno | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Wings Learning Center San Bruno | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Bruno | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Portola Elementary San Bruno | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Meadows Elementary Millbrae | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Allen (Decima M.) Elementary San Bruno | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| GLEN OAKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Millbrae | 1.3 mi | — |
| Monte Verde Elementary San Bruno | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Capuchino High San Bruno | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Green Hills Elementary Millbrae | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Belle Air Elementary San Bruno | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Ponderosa Elementary South San Francisco | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL South San Francisco | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Veronica Catholic School South San Francisco | 2.3 mi | — |
| Sical home school San Bruno | 1.9 mi | — |
| South San Francisco High South San Francisco | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lomita Park Elementary San Bruno | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,976
Median Home Value
$1,199,400
Median Rent
$2,696/mo
Population
42,875
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Muir Elementary
What grades does John Muir Elementary serve?
John Muir Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John Muir Elementary?
John Muir Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Muir Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John Muir Elementary is 30.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Muir Elementary rank in CA?
John Muir Elementary ranks #3,992 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Muir Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John Muir Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 John Muir Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Muir Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Muir Elementary a charter school?
No, John Muir Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Muir Elementary a Title I school?
No, John Muir Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Muir Elementary?
26.2% of students at John Muir 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
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (650) 624-3160
Resources & Links
District
San Bruno Park Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,950
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,156
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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