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#5925 of 9,539 schools in CA
Meadow Heights Elementary
Elementary School · San Mateo-Foster City
2619 Dolores St., San Mateo, CA 94403
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,925 of 9,539
In San Mateo
#15 of 19
public schools
In district
#16 of 21
San Mateo-Foster City
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Meadow Heights Elementary
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About Meadow Heights Elementary
Meadow Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in San Mateo, CA, part of San Mateo-Foster City. Meadow Heights Elementary serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,925 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Meadow Heights Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Meadow Heights Elementary — Students at Meadow Heights Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Meadow Heights Elementary Compares
See how Meadow Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2619 Dolores St., San Mateo, CA 94403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadow Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CAREY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beresford Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CAREY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Beresford Elementary San Mateo | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| The Carey School San Mateo | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo | 0.5 mi | — |
| Hillsdale High San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - SAN MATEO San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo | 0.6 mi | — |
| COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST GREGORY SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| St Gregory San Mateo | 0.5 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY San Mateo | 0.6 mi | — |
| Abbott Middle San Mateo | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| The Burkard School San Mateo | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE BURKARD SCHOOL San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Laurel Elementary San Mateo | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| THE NUEVA SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Aragon High San Mateo | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,825
Median Home Value
$1,725,900
Median Rent
$3,273/mo
Population
43,459
College Educated
60.3%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
38.5
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| ALL SOULS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South San Francisco, CA | 5.8 |
| Albany Park Elementary Delano, CA | 5.8 |
| Belleview Elementary Sonora, CA | 5.8 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont, CA | 5.8 |
| Cajon Valley Home El Cajon, CA | 5.8 |
| Cantua Elementary San Joaquin, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadow Heights Elementary
What grades does Meadow Heights Elementary serve?
Meadow Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Meadow Heights Elementary?
Meadow Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Heights Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadow Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Meadow Heights Elementary ranks #5,925 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Meadow Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadow Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Meadow Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Heights Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Meadow Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Meadow Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadow Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meadow Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Heights Elementary?
42.4% of students at Meadow Heights 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
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (650) 312-7566
Resources & Links
District
San Mateo-Foster City- District Enrollment
- 9,945
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,671
- District Rank
- #16 of 21
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